The cheapest and fastest trains from Leamington Spa to Reading
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leamington Spa to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leamington Spa to Reading will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 2 trains that leave Leamington Spa for Reading every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 101 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leamington Spa to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leamington Spa to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, and a coach costs an average of £47.
Distance: 101 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leamington Spa to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Leamington Spa to Reading trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:05 Leamington Spa | 1h00 | 09:05 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leamington Spa to Reading
Trains from Leamington Spa to Reading run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:13, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 101 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 101 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 04:13 |
Last train 23:00 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, Chiltern Railways from Leamington Spa to Reading trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between Leamington Spa and Reading from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leamington Spa to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leamington Spa 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leamington Spa and Reading
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:25 - 22:00 Saturday 05:40 - 22:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:35
- Type of shops available: Kiosk, News agent, Coffee Shop.
- Car Park: Leamington Spa Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step Free access to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets on platforms 2 and 3
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platforms 2 and 3.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The bus stop on Old Warwick Road (outside station).
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 12:55 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C - This station does not have step free access to operational platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please call our free help line for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2/3
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent entrance to station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses starting/terminate at Tilehurst: Station forecourt All other buses: A329 Oxford Road bus stops near the station
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