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Train tickets to Reading
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L8082720:111h30London Victoria (VIC)21:41Reading station (RDG)£131One-way1 change- L8082720:181h23London Waterloo (WAT)21:41Reading station (RDG)£131One-way0 changes
- L80600+G275487:411h32London Victoria (VIC)9:13Reading station (RDG)£171One-way1 change
Trains to Reading
As one of the UK's busiest stations, ranking 9th overall, catching a train to Reading is easy. Serving as a major interchange on the mainline out of London towards the west, Reading is efficiently linked to cities such as Bristol, Manchester, Plymonth, Oxford and many more.
Popular trains to and from Reading
Popular trains to Reading
Bournemouth to Reading train
- South Western Railway
- CrossCountry
Feltham to Reading train
- South Western Railway
London to Reading train
- Elizabeth line
- Great Western Railway
- South Western Railway
Birmingham to Reading train
- CrossCountry
- Chiltern Railways
- Great Western Railway
- Avanti West Coast
Manchester to Reading train
- Avanti West Coast
- CrossCountry
Popular trains from Reading
Reading to Manchester train
- Avanti West Coast
- CrossCountry
Reading to London train
- Elizabeth line
- Great Western Railway
- South Western Railway
Reading to London Gatwick Airport train
- Thameslink
- Great Western Railway
- Elizabeth line
- Southern
- South Western Railway
Reading to Bath train
- Great Western Railway
Reading to Glasgow train
- Avanti West Coast
- CrossCountry
- London North Eastern Railway
Most popular trains connections to Reading
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Trains to Reading FAQs
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When are the first and last trains into Reading?
What is the main Reading train station?
| Main Train Station | Reading Railway Station |
| Popular Destinations in the UK | Bristol, Swansea, London, Cardiff |
| Nearest Coach Station | Reading Bus Station |
| Avg Train Ticket Price | £ 40.92 |
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Trains to Reading
Direct trains to Reading are available from many of the UK's major cities. Due to Reading's position as a major interchange on the mainline out of London towards the West, it's now Britain's 9th busiest station, with services from London, Bristol, Manchester, Plymouth, Oxford and many more cities passing through it.
Major companies and train routes to Reading
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Trains to Reading: Train Operating Companies & Ticket Information
Which train companies run trains to Reading? Great Western Rail, South Western Railway and CrossCountry are the three companies that operate services to and from Reading station.
When are the first and last trains into Reading? Trains arrive into Reading Station at all times between 4:30 a.m. and 2:30 a.m.
Tips for booking cheap trains to Reading
How far in advance to book trains to Reading? The best time to book trains to Reading is at least 3 weeks before departure.
How much are train tickets to Reading? As an important interchange for routes arriving from or heading to the West of England, cheap tickets for under £30 are available from many of Britain’s major cities, including Bristol and Manchester.
Trains to Reading: Station Information and Travel to the city centre
What is the main Reading train station? Reading’s main station is Reading Station, just to the North of the city centre. Next to the station is Reading’s primary bus interchange, with services from and to Reading’s urban areas and rural surroundings.
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) to Reading trainsTravel to Reading on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) trains with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.
Great Western Railway
South Western Railway
Elizabeth line
Elizabeth Line (TfL)
Great Western Railway (GWR)
station information and facilities
Train stations in Reading
Check where to Reading trains depart and arrive, plus the main train station details for this route.
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.
Getting to Reading West from Reading city centre
Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading West train station facilities and services
Reading West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading West.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Reading Green Park from Reading city centre
Reading Green Park is 3 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading Green Park train station facilities and services
Reading Green Park has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading Green Park.
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