Oxford to Reading train
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Train schedule Oxford to Reading
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Fastest train times from Oxford to Reading
Fastest Journey
22 m
Average
32 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
38 km
Of the 6 trains that leave Oxford for Reading every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Oxford to Reading
 | Distance | 24 miles (38 km) |
 | Average train duration | 22 min |
 | Average train ticket price | £9 (€10) |
 | Train frequency | 77 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 77 direct trains a day |
 | Train companies | Cross Country, Great Western Railway or First Great Western Service |
Trains from Oxford to Reading cover the 24 miles (38 km) long trip taking on average 22 min with our travel partners like Cross Country, Great Western Railway or First Great Western Service. Normally, there are 77 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around £9, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £8. Travellers depart most frequently from Oxford and arrive in Reading.
Train companies: Great Western Rail and CrossCountry trains Oxford to Reading
Find the best trains to Reading from Oxford with Omio's travel partners Great Western Rail and CrossCountry from £8. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train from Oxford to Reading you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
It’s easy to book your CrossCountry train ticket from Oxford to Reading online with Omio! Simply check the current CrossCountry train timetables for your ideal departure and arrival times, compare the best route between Oxford and Reading as well as relevant travel information (such as luggage policy and amenities offered onboard) for that train and book cheap CrossCountry train tickets online. Prices for CrossCountry trains to Reading from Oxford start at £8 one-way if you book in advance, and you can expect to travel around 24 miles (38 km). If you search for CrossCountry trains in the Omio app, you can check straight away if the CrossCountry tickets are mobile tickets, which makes it easier than ever to go paperless when travelling by train from Oxford to Reading. Let Omio do all the work for you finding the best Oxford to Reading CrossCountry train ticket so you can enjoy a smooth and comfortable journey!
CrossCountry from Oxford to Reading train information:
- Average Duration: 25 min
- Average Price: £8
- CrossCountry frequency: 15 a day
Find cheap tickets for Great Western Rail trains between Oxford and Reading on Omio. Omio can help you find the best train deals and prices all in one place by showing you the most up-to-date Oxford to Reading train timetable from Great Western Rail, the latest train ticket offers available and other travel information for the 24 miles (38 km) trip between Oxford and Reading, including information on luggage policy and amenities offered onboard depending on the class fare you pick and choose. If you search for trains to Reading from Oxford in the Omio app, you can check to see if the Great Western Rail trains available are mobile tickets, which makes it even more convenient for you to go paperless when travelling. Check the Great Western Rail train timetable for your ideal departure and arrival times, compare the best route available to get to Reading from Oxford and then book a cheap train with ease. Sit back and enjoy your upcoming train to Reading from Oxford with Great Western Rail!
Oxford to Reading train information with Great Western Rail:
- Average Duration: 30 min
- Great Western Rail frequency: 61 a day
Trains from Oxford to Reading
There are about 156 trains from Oxford to Reading every day, leaving about every 10 minutes. Routes are operated by two companies, CrossCountry Trains and Great Western Railway. It is a direct route, taking from 22 minutes to 55 minutes, depending on how many stations are stopped at. The first train of the day leaves at 00:07 a.m, the last train leaves at 23:16 p.m.
What is the departure and arrival station for trains from Oxford to Reading?
Departure Station: Trains from Oxford to Reading depart from Oxford Station. The station is about 800 meters from the city centre, a 10-minute walk. The X3 bus, operated by the Oxford Bus Company, leaves from the station to the town centre.
Arrival Station: Trains from Oxford to Reading arrive at Reading Station. The station is in the town, a few meters walk from the town centre.
Travel Tips: Trains from Oxford to Reading
Omio customers travelling this route depart most frequently from Oxford and arrive in Reading.
You can find the most popular departure train station for this journey, Oxford, located approximately 1.2 miles (1.9 km) from the city centre of Oxford. The most popular arrival train station in Reading, called Reading, is located around 0.2 miles (420 m) away from its city centre.
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