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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Reading station (RDG)
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£69
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
2 h 59 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
3 h 2 m
Trains on 03 Sept
2
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham station (NOT) 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 Nottingham station (NOT) to Reading station (RDG) will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 2 trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Reading station (RDG), including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 4 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.
6:393h04Nottingham station (NOT)9:43Reading station (RDG)£251One-way0 changes
10:122h59Nottingham station (NOT)13:11Reading station (RDG)£1131One-way0 changes
- 10:122h59Nottingham station (NOT)13:11Reading station (RDG)£1131One-way0 changes
- 6:393h04Nottingham station (NOT)9:43Reading station (RDG)£251One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Nottingham station (NOT) to Reading station (RDG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham station (NOT) to Reading station (RDG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £35, while a coach costs an average of £40.
Distance: 166 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham station (NOT) to Reading station (RDG):
A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Nottingham station (NOT) to Reading station (RDG) costing on average £40.
Other travel options to Reading station (RDG) take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 34m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (2h 39m by train vs 2h 47m by car). Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £34 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 Cross Country.
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
Nottingham station (NOT) to Reading station (RDG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham station (NOT) to Reading station (RDG) trains for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:07 Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h07 | 16:14 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h06 | 16:23 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:07 Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h34 | 18:41 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 3 September | |||||
| 6:39 Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h04 | 9:43 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h59 | 13:11 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Nottingham station (NOT) to Reading station (RDG) by coach or train
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Hull Trains or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham station (NOT) to Reading station (RDG).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Hull Trains or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham station (NOT) to Reading station (RDG).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Nottingham station (NOT) to Reading station (RDG).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham station (NOT) to Reading station (RDG)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Reading station (RDG) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 20:42. The fastest train covers the 166 km distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 166 km |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 5:39 |
Last train 20:42 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Hull Trains, Cross Country from Nottingham station (NOT) to Reading station (RDG) trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Hull Trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Nottingham station (NOT) and Reading station (RDG) from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Nottingham station (NOT) to Reading station (RDG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham station (NOT) 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 Nottingham station (NOT) and Reading station (RDG)
Most Nottingham station (NOT) to Reading station (RDG) trains use the Nottingham to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham station (NOT) and Reading station (RDG) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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