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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester station (GCR) to Reading station (RDG)
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£72
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester station (GCR) to Reading station (RDG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester station (GCR) to Reading station (RDG) will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
Of the 5 trains that leave Gloucester station (GCR) for Reading station (RDG) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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11:031h15Gloucester station (GCR)12:18Reading station (RDG)£641One-way0 changes- 09:051h20Gloucester station (GCR)10:25Reading station (RDG)£741One-way1 change
- 09:401h30Gloucester station (GCR)11:10Reading station (RDG)£741One-way1 change
- 12:121h32Gloucester station (GCR)13:44Reading station (RDG)£741One-way1 change
- 13:141h30Gloucester station (GCR)14:44Reading station (RDG)£741One-way1 change
- 11:031h15Gloucester station (GCR)12:18Reading station (RDG)£641One-way0 changes
- 14:191h15Gloucester station (GCR)15:34Reading station (RDG)£741One-way1 change
- 17:171h16Gloucester station (GCR)18:33Reading station (RDG)£741One-way1 change
- 09:051h20Gloucester station (GCR)10:25Reading station (RDG)£741One-way1 change
- 15:141h20Gloucester station (GCR)16:34Reading station (RDG)£741One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gloucester station (GCR) to Reading station (RDG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester station (GCR) to Reading station (RDG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 98 km
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1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gloucester station (GCR) to Reading station (RDG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester station (GCR) to Reading station (RDG) trains for today, Saturday 28 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L23249 · L23023 | On time 15:18 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h23 | 16:41 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
| L23203 | On time 16:18 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h16 | 17:34 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L23204 | On time 17:18 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h16 | 18:34 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L23530 · V63411 | On time 17:39 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h53 | 19:32 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
| L23250 · L23191 | On time 18:18 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h30 | 19:48 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
| L23531 · V63410 | On time 18:41 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h45 | 20:26 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester station (GCR) to Reading station (RDG)
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Trains from Gloucester station (GCR) to Reading station (RDG) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 21:19. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 06:05 |
Last train 21:19 |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Gloucester station (GCR) to Reading station (RDG) trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Gloucester station (GCR) and Reading station (RDG) from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gloucester station (GCR) to Reading station (RDG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester station (GCR) to Reading station (RDG) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Reading station (RDG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester station (GCR) and Reading station (RDG)
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 09:00 - 20:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
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