4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Brentwood
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
90 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Brentwood is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Brentwood will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 1 trains that leave Reading for Brentwood every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 90 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 30 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.
6:431h30Reading8:13Brentwood£331One-way0 changes
- 6:431h30Reading8:13Brentwood£331One-way0 changes
Live departures
Reading to Brentwood train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Brentwood trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:43 Reading | 1h30 | 8:13 Brentwood | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Brentwood
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Brentwood run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 90 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 90 km |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 4:35 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
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FAQs: Reading to Brentwood train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Brentwood 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 Brentwood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Brentwood
Most Reading to Brentwood trains use the Reading to Shenfield station pair, with some services arriving at Brentwood. Use this guide to compare Reading and Brentwood train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Brentwood leave from?
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.
Which Brentwood station do trains from Reading arrive at?
Getting to Shenfield from Brentwood city centre
Shenfield is 1 km from Brentwood city centre. Public transport options include:
Shenfield train station facilities and services
Shenfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shenfield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Shenfield. ATMs are available at Shenfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shenfield.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shenfield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Shenfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shenfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Brentwood from Brentwood city centre
Brentwood train station facilities and services
Brentwood has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Brentwood.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Brentwood.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brentwood. 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 Brentwood: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brentwood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brentwood: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category B3. This station has step-free access to some platforms. It is step-free from the booking hall via lifts to Platforms 1, 2 and 3. Access to Platform 4 through Alexandra Road car park entrance via a high gradient road. Staff ramp assistance is always available Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the ticket hall on Warley Hill and inside the station entrance on platform 4 The Parade, 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: Yes.
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