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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Bridgwater
Cheapest price
£67
Average price
£67
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Bridgwater is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Bridgwater will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.
Of the 1 trains that leave Reading for Bridgwater 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 146 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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.
9:252h17Reading11:42Bridgwater£671One-way0 changes
- 9:252h17Reading11:42Bridgwater£671One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading to Bridgwater
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Bridgwater among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £45, and a coach costs an average of £61.
Distance: 146 km
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£53 Average Price Cheapest | £63 Average Price |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reading to Bridgwater train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Bridgwater trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 9:25 Reading | 2h16 | 11:41 Bridgwater | 1 change | |
| 9:29 Reading | 1h49 | 11:18 Bridgwater | 1 change | |
| 10:02 Reading | 2h26 | 12:28 Bridgwater | 1 change | |
| 10:25 Reading | 2h16 | 12:41 Bridgwater | 1 change | |
| 11:25 Reading | 2h17 | 13:42 Bridgwater | 1 change | |
| 11:29 Reading | 1h59 | 13:28 Bridgwater | 1 change | |
| 12:25 Reading | 2h18 | 14:43 Bridgwater | 1 change | |
| 12:31 Reading | 1h57 | 14:28 Bridgwater | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Bridgwater
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Bridgwater run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 146 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 22:28 |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Bridgwater trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Bridgwater from £45. 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 to Bridgwater train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Bridgwater 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 Bridgwater, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Bridgwater
Most Reading to Bridgwater trains use the Reading to Bridgwater station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Bridgwater train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Bridgwater 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.
Getting to Tilehurst from Reading city centre
Tilehurst is 4 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Tilehurst train station facilities and services
Tilehurst has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Tilehurst.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Tilehurst.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tilehurst.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tilehurst: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tilehurst: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tilehurst: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free Category C - This station does not have step free access to operational platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please call our free help line for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, 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.
Which Bridgwater station do trains from Reading arrive at?
Getting to Bridgwater from Bridgwater city centre
Bridgwater train station facilities and services
Bridgwater has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bridgwater.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bridgwater.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bridgwater: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bridgwater: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bridgwater: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.”Platform 1 (Taunton bound) has step free access. Platform 2 (Bristol bound) has step free access, however, due to severe incline from train to platform, ramp assistance onto the train is not available. If you need assistance travelling from this platform, please speak to our Passenger Assist team on 0800 197 1329. Access between platforms are via local roads as Platform 2 can only be accessed via a footbridge on station. 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 car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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: Yes.
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