The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading station (RDG) to Ash station (ASH)
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
31 m
Average duration
33 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Ash station (ASH) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Ash station (ASH) will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 5 trains that leave Reading station (RDG) for Ash station (ASH) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 34 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.
5:000h34Reading station (RDG)5:34Ash station (ASH)£231One-way0 changes
5:560h34Reading station (RDG)6:30Ash station (ASH)£231One-way0 changes
6:510h36Reading station (RDG)7:27Ash station (ASH)£231One-way0 changes
7:190h35Reading station (RDG)7:54Ash station (ASH)£231One-way0 changes
7:520h35Reading station (RDG)8:27Ash station (ASH)£231One-way0 changes
15:540h31Reading station (RDG)16:25Ash station (ASH)£231One-way0 changes
5:000h34Reading station (RDG)5:34Ash station (ASH)£231One-way0 changes
5:560h34Reading station (RDG)6:30Ash station (ASH)£231One-way0 changes
9:230h34Reading station (RDG)9:57Ash station (ASH)£231One-way0 changes
10:240h34Reading station (RDG)10:58Ash station (ASH)£231One-way0 changes
Live departures
Reading station (RDG) to Ash station (ASH) train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading station (RDG) to Ash station (ASH) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 16 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:00 Reading station (RDG) | 0h34 | 5:34 Ash station (ASH) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:56 Reading station (RDG) | 0h34 | 6:30 Ash station (ASH) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:51 Reading station (RDG) | 0h36 | 7:27 Ash station (ASH) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:19 Reading station (RDG) | 0h35 | 7:54 Ash station (ASH) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:52 Reading station (RDG) | 0h35 | 8:27 Ash station (ASH) | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading station (RDG) to Ash station (ASH)
Trains from Reading station (RDG) to Ash station (ASH) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:25, the last at 08:25. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 35m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 8:25 |
Last train 8:25 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading station (RDG) to Ash station (ASH) trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading station (RDG) and Ash station (ASH) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading station (RDG) to Ash station (ASH) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading station (RDG) to Ash station (ASH) 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 Ash station (ASH), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Reading station (RDG) and Ash station (ASH)
- 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
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 11:45 Saturday 06:40 - 11:45 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Guildford). Short ramp (gradient approx. 1:8, sharp turn that might cause difficulties to some wheelchair/mobility scooter users) to Platform 2 (for trains towards Ascot). Access between platforms via level crossing only (full barrier) approximately 85m.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Guildford Road (A323) - Aldershot side of Level Crossing
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