1,000+ travel companies
1,000+ travel companies
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
4.942K ratings
Google Play
4.6136K reviews
The cheapest and fastest trains from Merstham to Reading
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
61 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Merstham to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Merstham to Reading will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Merstham for Reading 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 61 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 40 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.
04:131h40
Merstham05:53Reading
£361One-way
0 changes
04:131h40
Merstham05:53Reading
£361One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Merstham to Reading train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:40
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:13 Merstham | 1h40 | 05:53 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Merstham to Reading by coach or train
Thu
06 Nov
06 Nov
Fri
07 Nov
07 Nov
Sat
08 Nov
08 Nov
Sun
09 Nov
09 Nov
Mon
10 Nov
10 Nov
Tue
11 Nov
11 Nov
Wed
12 Nov
12 Nov
Journey information
Overview: Train from Merstham to Reading
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Merstham to Reading run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
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 61 km |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 01:15 |
Last train 19:31 |
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 Rail, Thameslink, Southern from Merstham to Reading trainsGreat Western Rail, Thameslink, Southern trains will get you between Merstham and Reading from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
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
1h 40m
Cheapest Price
£25
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
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 19m
Cheapest Price
£44
Thameslink frequency
46 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Southern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 38m
Cheapest Price
£51
Southern frequency
4 a day
FAQs: Merstham to Reading train
FAQs: Travel by train from Merstham to Reading easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Merstham to Reading.
The train distance from Merstham to Reading is 61 km.
The first train from Merstham to Reading leaves at 1:15.
Booking trains from Merstham to Reading in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Merstham to Reading can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £36, while the average price tends to be around £36.
The last train from Merstham to Reading departs at 19:31.
The cheapest way to get from Merstham to Reading is by train, costing approximately £36.
Trains from Merstham to Reading run approximately 1 times per day.
The train from Merstham to Reading takes 1h 40m and runs once a day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Merstham to Reading.
The train station in Merstham that goes to Reading is Merstham station (MHM), and it arrives at Reading station (RDG).
There is no night train service from Merstham to Reading.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Merstham to Reading.
To get from Merstham to Reading, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Yes, you can take the train from Merstham to Reading.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Merstham and Reading
Merstham
Reading
The major train station for departures in Merstham is Merstham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Merstham for your trip from Merstham to Reading.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:35 Saturday 06:10 - 19:35 Sunday 08:30 - 16:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platform 1 (to London) from main entrance. Step-free access to platform 2 (to Redhill) from rear entrance via steep access path, route approximately 1100m from main entrance. No step-free interchange between platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available in the booking hall and shelters on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station front, Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Reading is Reading. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Reading for your journey to Reading from Merstham.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Parking
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Reading
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
Most popular train connections from Merstham
More options for your journey from Merstham to Reading
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Reading and Merstham
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
