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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford station (GLD) to Reading station (RDG)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
36 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
37 m
Trains on 17 Sept
23
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford station (GLD) 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 Guildford station (GLD) to Reading station (RDG) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 23 trains from Guildford station (GLD) to Reading station (RDG), including 23 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 38 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.
G1513312:420h45Guildford station (GLD)13:27Reading station (RDG)£101One-way0 changes- G1513413:190h38Guildford station (GLD)13:57Reading station (RDG)£101One-way0 changes
- G1513714:420h45Guildford station (GLD)15:27Reading station (RDG)£101One-way0 changes
- G1513212:190h38Guildford station (GLD)12:57Reading station (RDG)£101One-way0 changes
- G1513513:420h45Guildford station (GLD)14:27Reading station (RDG)£101One-way0 changes
- G1515021:140h36Guildford station (GLD)21:50Reading station (RDG)£141One-way0 changes
- G1512810:280h36Guildford station (GLD)11:04Reading station (RDG)£141One-way0 changes
- G1513413:190h38Guildford station (GLD)13:57Reading station (RDG)£101One-way0 changes
- G1515322:430h38Guildford station (GLD)23:21Reading station (RDG)£141One-way0 changes
- G1513212:190h38Guildford station (GLD)12:57Reading station (RDG)£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Guildford station (GLD) to Reading station (RDG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford station (GLD) to Reading station (RDG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, while a coach costs an average of £50.
Distance: 37 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price | £8 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Guildford station (GLD) to Reading station (RDG):
A train is £35 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Guildford station (GLD) to Reading station (RDG) costing on average £50.
Other travel options to Reading station (RDG) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 11m.
You'll arrive about 17m sooner (42m by train vs 59m by car). Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Great Western Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Guildford station (GLD) to Reading station (RDG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford station (GLD) to Reading station (RDG) trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G15140 | 16:17 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h46 | 17:03 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15141 | 16:44 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h46 | 17:30 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15142 | 17:15 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h47 | 18:02 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15143 | 17:45 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h47 | 18:32 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15148 | 20:19 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h38 | 20:57 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15149 | On time 20:46 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h51 | 21:37 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15150 | 21:14 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h36 | 21:50 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15151 | On time 21:47 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h46 | 22:33 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15152 | 22:28 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h48 | 23:16 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15153 | On time 22:43 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h38 | 23:21 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15154 | On time 23:26 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h48 | 0:14 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
| G15123 | 6:03 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h52 | 6:55 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15124 | 6:47 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h46 | 7:33 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15512 | 7:28 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h48 | 8:16 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15125 | 7:46 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h46 | 8:32 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C48619 | 8:14 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h47 | 9:01 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15126 | 8:44 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h46 | 9:30 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15513 | 9:19 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h38 | 9:57 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15127 | 9:44 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h45 | 10:29 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15128 | 10:28 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h36 | 11:04 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15129 | 10:42 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h45 | 11:27 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15132 | 12:19 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h38 | 12:57 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15133 | 12:42 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h45 | 13:27 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15134 | 13:19 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h38 | 13:57 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15135 | 13:42 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h45 | 14:27 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15136 | 14:19 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h38 | 14:57 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15137 | 14:42 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h45 | 15:27 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford station (GLD) to Reading station (RDG)
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Trains from Guildford station (GLD) to Reading station (RDG) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:42, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 37 km distance in 36m.
Distance 37 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 3:42 |
Last train 23:05 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway from Guildford station (GLD) to Reading station (RDG) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Guildford station (GLD) and Reading station (RDG) from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Guildford station (GLD) to Reading station (RDG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford station (GLD) 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 Guildford station (GLD) and Reading station (RDG)
Most Guildford station (GLD) to Reading station (RDG) trains use the Guildford to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare Guildford station (GLD) and Reading station (RDG) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Guildford from Guildford city centre
Guildford train station facilities and services
Guildford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Guildford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Guildford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Guildford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Guildford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team, Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: 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.
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Most popular trains to and from Reading station (RDG) and Guildford station (GLD)
Most popular train connections to Reading station (RDG)
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