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The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Abbey Wood
Showing times and prices for 04 Aug
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
1 h 8 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
75 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Abbey Wood is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Abbey Wood 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 28 trains that leave Reading for Abbey Wood every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 12 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.
G14901+
C3765112:121h16Reading station (RDG)13:28Abbey Wood Station (ABW)£361One-way1 change- G15044+C3766012:231h13Reading station (RDG)13:36Abbey Wood Station (ABW)£361One-way1 change
- W34562+C3763212:051h16Reading station (RDG)13:21Abbey Wood Station (ABW)£361One-way1 change
- W35365+C3762112:001h13Reading station (RDG)13:13Abbey Wood Station (ABW)£361One-way1 change
- C3765111:591h29Reading station (RDG)13:28Abbey Wood Station (ABW)£361One-way0 changes
- G15048+C3760416:181h08Reading station (RDG)17:26Abbey Wood Station (ABW)£361One-way1 change
- G14907+C3767116:421h09Reading station (RDG)17:51Abbey Wood Station (ABW)£361One-way1 change
- W35236+C3766316:351h11Reading station (RDG)17:46Abbey Wood Station (ABW)£361One-way1 change
- G14925+C3758516:051h11Reading station (RDG)17:16Abbey Wood Station (ABW)£361One-way1 change
- W34582+C3768116:441h12Reading station (RDG)17:56Abbey Wood Station (ABW)£361One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading to Abbey Wood
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Abbey Wood among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, and a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 75 km
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£26 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price |
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reading to Abbey Wood train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Abbey Wood trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 6:43 Reading | 1h03 | 7:46 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
.png) | 6:44 Reading | 1h25 | 8:09 Abbey Wood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:54 Reading | 1h19 | 8:13 Abbey Wood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:14 Reading | 1h25 | 8:39 Abbey Wood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:15 Reading | 0h58 | 8:13 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 7:24 Reading | 1h19 | 8:43 Abbey Wood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:24 Reading | 1h05 | 8:29 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 7:32 Reading | 1h02 | 8:34 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 7:35 Reading | 1h04 | 8:39 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 7:42 Reading | 1h07 | 8:49 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 7:45 Reading | 1h24 | 9:09 Abbey Wood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:54 Reading | 1h20 | 9:14 Abbey Wood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:10 Reading | 1h04 | 9:14 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 8:13 Reading | 1h27 | 9:40 Abbey Wood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:24 Reading | 1h22 | 9:46 Abbey Wood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:42 Reading | 1h04 | 9:46 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 8:45 Reading | 1h25 | 10:10 Abbey Wood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:58 Reading | 1h30 | 10:28 Abbey Wood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:16 Reading | 1h26 | 10:42 Abbey Wood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:20 Reading | 1h02 | 10:22 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 9:28 Reading | 1h29 | 10:57 Abbey Wood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:59 Reading | 1h28 | 11:27 Abbey Wood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:05 Reading | 1h00 | 11:05 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 10:12 Reading | 1h00 | 11:12 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 10:19 Reading | 1h01 | 11:20 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 10:27 Reading | 1h00 | 11:27 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 10:29 Reading | 1h28 | 11:57 Abbey Wood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:59 Reading | 1h28 | 12:27 Abbey Wood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:04 Reading | 1h01 | 12:05 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 11:09 Reading | 1h03 | 12:12 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 11:12 Reading | 1h30 | 12:42 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 11:28 Reading | 0h59 | 12:27 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 11:29 Reading | 1h28 | 12:57 Abbey Wood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:41 Reading | 1h31 | 13:12 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 11:59 Reading | 1h28 | 13:27 Abbey Wood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:05 Reading | 1h00 | 13:05 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 12:12 Reading | 1h30 | 13:42 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 12:29 Reading | 1h28 | 13:57 Abbey Wood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:35 Reading | 1h00 | 13:35 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 12:47 Reading | 1h10 | 13:57 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 12:59 Reading | 1h28 | 14:27 Abbey Wood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:05 Reading | 1h00 | 14:05 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 13:09 Reading | 1h03 | 14:12 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Abbey Wood
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Abbey Wood run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:24, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 1h 14m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Distance 75 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 2:24 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Train companies: Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Abbey Wood trainsElizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Abbey Wood from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Elizabeth line
About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 14m
Cheapest Price
£20
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone
Family area
Elizabeth Line (TfL)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 19m
Cheapest Price
£31
Elizabeth Line (TfL) frequency
22 a day
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
58m
Cheapest Price
£40
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
28 a day
Complete guide to Abbey Wood
Things to do in Abbey Wood
Discover the best of Abbey Wood — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Abbey Wood trip today.
- Recommended
The Tide and public art at North Greenwich
Major contemporary art gallery in North Greenwich showing ambitious exhibitions by leading artists in a striking riverside building.
Lesnes Abbey Lodge Museum
Volunteer-run local museum covering Thamesmead, Abbey Wood and surrounding districts through photographs, objects and community history displays.
- Must visit
Lesnes Abbey Woods
Large park around the ruins of Lesnes Abbey, with woodlands, meadows and broad views. A local favourite for walking and quiet heritage.
- Recommended
Crossness Nature Reserve
Wild riverside reserve on the Thames with marshes, birdlife and open paths. Ideal for nature walks close to Abbey Wood station.
- Recommended
Bostall Heath and Woods
Expansive public common with ponds, tracks and seasonal colour. Popular for longer walks and a more local, less crowded green escape.
Pie and Mash
Pie and mash is a classic South London meal of minced beef pie with mashed potato and parsley liquor, long linked to working-class London food culture.
- Gluten-free
Jellied Eels
Jellied eels are a traditional East and South London speciality, made by cooking eels in spiced stock that sets into a savoury jelly.
London Porter
London porter is a dark beer style with roasted malt flavours, historically brewed in London and still strongly associated with the capital.
Spice Island
Friendly Indian restaurant serving classic curries, tandoori dishes and takeaway favourites, popular for reliable neighbourhood dining.
The Rose
Casual café and grill near Abbey Wood known locally for hearty breakfasts, kebabs and everyday comfort food in a relaxed setting.
The Harrow Inn
Traditional pub atmosphere with beers, grills and familiar British pub meals, suitable for a relaxed local lunch or dinner.
British pound sterling (£)
Moderate for outer London: dining and transport are manageable, but accommodation and central sightseeing costs are higher than in many UK towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service charge may be added in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12% if service was good. Taxis often round up or add 10%. Cafes usually do not require a tip, but small change is appreciated.
FAQs: Reading to Abbey Wood train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Abbey Wood 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 Abbey Wood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Reading to Abbey Wood can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £26.
The train journey from Reading to Abbey Wood covers a distance of 75 km and takes approximately 1h 14m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Reading to Abbey Wood is 75 km.
The first train from Reading to Abbey Wood leaves at 2:24.
The last train from Reading to Abbey Wood departs at 23:58.
Trains from Reading to Abbey Wood run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Reading to Abbey Wood.
Yes, there is a direct train between Reading and Abbey Wood. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL).
To get from Reading to Abbey Wood, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Reading to Abbey Wood.
The train station in Reading that goes to Abbey Wood is Reading station (RDG), and it arrives at Abbey Wood Station (ABW).
The cheapest way to get from Reading to Abbey Wood is by coach, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Reading to Abbey Wood in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Reading to Abbey Wood offers scenic views primarily in the initial stages, with picturesque countryside and fields. As you approach London, the scenery becomes more urban and industrial.
Yes, a day trip from Reading to Abbey Wood is feasible, as the journey takes 1h 14m each way and covers 75 km. Trains run 6 times per day.
Visitors typically spend about 1 to 2 days in Abbey Wood to explore its local attractions and enjoy the surrounding green spaces.
Yes, you can take the train from Reading to Abbey Wood.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Abbey Wood
Most Reading to Abbey Wood trains use the Reading to Abbey Wood Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Abbey Wood train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Reading
Arrival train stations in Abbey Wood
Which Reading station do trains to Abbey Wood leave from?
Trains from Reading to Abbey Wood leave from Reading. The station is from Reading city centre at Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ.
ReadingReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Bus26, 90, 87 · 2m · £2 · every ~15 min
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.
Reading Green ParkReading RG2 6AU, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Reading Green Park from Reading city centre
Reading Green Park is 3 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainReading - Basingstoke · 6m · £2 · every ~4 min
Bus9 · 39m · £2 · every ~3 min
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.
Which Abbey Wood station do trains from Reading arrive at?
Trains from Reading to Abbey Wood arrive at Abbey Wood Station. Abbey Wood Station is 1 km from Abbey Wood city centre.
Abbey Wood StationAbbey Wood station, Wilton Road, Abbey Wood, Greater London, SE2 9RH+44 343 222 1234
City-centre transport
Getting to Abbey Wood Station from Abbey Wood city centre
Bus469, N1 · 7m · £4 · every ~19 min
Abbey Wood Station train station facilities and services
Abbey Wood Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Abbey Wood Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Abbey Wood Station. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Abbey Wood Station: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Abbey Wood Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Abbey Wood Station: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available in the ticket hall and platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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