Great Malvern to Reading train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Great Malvern to Reading

Showing times and prices for 06 May

Cheapest price

£0.00

Average price

£77

Fastest journey

2 h

Average duration

2 h 6 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

118 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Great Malvern to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Great Malvern for Reading every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 23 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.

  • West Midlands Trains
    7:372h23
    Great Malvern
    10:00Reading
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    1 change
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5:532h01
    Great Malvern
    7:54Reading
    £771One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    7:132h01
    Great Malvern
    9:14Reading
    £771One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    8:562h00
    Great Malvern
    10:56Reading
    £771One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Great Malvern to Reading train times

The table below shows live departures for Great Malvern to Reading trains for today, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway (GWR)5:53 Great Malvern
2h01
7:54 Reading0 changesdirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)7:13 Great Malvern
2h01
9:14 Reading0 changesdirect
West Midlands Trains7:37 Great Malvern
2h23
10:00 Reading1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)8:56 Great Malvern
2h00
10:56 Reading0 changesdirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)9:56 Great Malvern
2h02
11:58 Reading0 changesdirect

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Compare prices and tickets Great Malvern to Reading by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Great Malvern to Reading

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Trains from Great Malvern to Reading run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 if you book in advance.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 1h 57m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
118 km
Average train duration
2h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£78
Trains per day
2
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
1h 57m
First train
5:40
Last train
22:34
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Great Western Railway, first_great_western, West Midlands Trains from Great Malvern to Reading trainsGreat Western Railway, first_great_western, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Great Malvern and Reading from £78. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 1m
Cheapest Price
£42
Great Western Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 57m
Cheapest Price
£78
first_great_western frequency
8 a day

West Midlands Trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 18m
West Midlands Trains frequency
5 a day

FAQs: Great Malvern to Reading train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Great Malvern to Reading 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Great Malvern to Reading can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £78, while the average price tends to be around £78.
The train journey from Great Malvern to Reading covers a distance of 118 km and takes approximately 1h 57m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train distance from Great Malvern to Reading is 118 km.
The first train from Great Malvern to Reading leaves at 5:40.
The last train from Great Malvern to Reading departs at 22:34.
Trains from Great Malvern to Reading run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Great Malvern to Reading.
Yes, there is a direct train between Great Malvern and Reading. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, first_great_western.
To travel from Great Malvern to Reading, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Great Malvern to Reading.
The train station in Great Malvern that goes to Reading is Great Malvern station (GMV), and it arrives at Reading station (RDG).
The cheapest way to get from Great Malvern to Reading is by train, costing approximately £78.
Booking trains from Great Malvern to Reading in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Great Malvern to Reading offers a scenic experience, passing through the picturesque countryside of the Malvern Hills and the lush landscapes of the Cotswolds, providing travellers with charming views and a relaxing travel experience.
A day trip from Great Malvern to Reading is not feasible as the journey duration is 1h 57m. There are 2 train trips available per day. The distance is 118 km.
To fully explore Reading's attractions, two to three days are ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Great Malvern to Reading.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Great Malvern and Reading

Great Malvern
Reading
The major train station for departures in Great Malvern is Great Malvern. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Great Malvern for your trip from Great Malvern to Reading.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 17:00 Saturday 07:00 - 14:00 Sunday Closed None
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall (shared facility for Ladies and Gents). The accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Booking Hall. All toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-17:00, Saturday 07:00-14:00 and Sunday Closed. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Booking Hall. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-17:00, Saturday 07:00-14:00 and Sunday Closed. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Great Malvern
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: On the station car park at Platform 1.

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