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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford station (GLD) to Reading station (RDG)
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
41 m
Trains per day
6
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 £14.
Of the 6 trains that leave Guildford station (GLD) for Reading station (RDG) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 45 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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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 prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, and a coach costs an average of £42.
Distance: 37 km
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1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:28 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h47 | 07:15 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:44 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h44 | 09:28 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:43 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h44 | 10:27 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:20 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h37 | 12:57 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:44 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h46 | 17:30 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect |
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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 6 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:28, the last at 19:44. The fastest train covers the 37 km distance in 37m.
Distance 37 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 06:28 |
Last train 19:44 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western from Guildford station (GLD) to Reading station (RDG) trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western trains will get you between Guildford station (GLD) and Reading station (RDG) from £10. 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)
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Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 22:00 Saturday 06:10 - 22:00 Sunday 06:20 - 22:00
- Car Park: Smart Car Spaces
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2, next to the subway ramp. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car parks 1 & 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus lay-by in Station Forecourt off Walnut Tree Close.
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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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