- Must visit
King Edward Mine Museum
Cornish mining heritage site with underground tours and surface exhibits explaining tin mining, geology and local industrial life.
Cheapest price
£207
Average price
£208
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
334 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Camborne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Camborne will cost around £208 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £207.
Of the 21 trains that leave Reading for Camborne every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 334 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 18 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.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Camborne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £70. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £70, and a train costs an average of £207.
Distance: 334 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£208 Average Price | £79 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 30m Average total duration 12h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Camborne trains for tomorrow, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:27 Reading | 4h50 | 11:17 Camborne | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:27 Reading | 4h50 | 11:17 Camborne | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Reading to Camborne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £207 but you can travel from only £70 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:49, the last at 22:08. The fastest train covers the 334 km distance in 4h 13m.
Distance 334 km |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £207 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 13m |
First train 0:49 |
Last train 22:08 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Discover the best of Camborne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Camborne trip today.
Cornish mining heritage site with underground tours and surface exhibits explaining tin mining, geology and local industrial life.
Local art gallery in nearby St Ives with modern and historic works, useful for visitors basing themselves in Camborne.
Volunteer-run mining museum with changing displays on local industry, engineering and everyday life in Camborne and district.
Hilltop park and walking area with open views, mining landmarks and a good sense of Camborne’s landscape and heritage.
Woodland and lake park with level paths, birdlife and family-friendly walks on the edge of Camborne.
Main shopping street and civic spine of the town, useful for exploring historic buildings, markets and everyday Camborne life.
A Cornish pastry with beef, potato, swede and onion in a crimped crust. Deeply tied to Cornwall’s mining history and still a defining local staple.
A rich saffron yeast bun or loaf from Cornwall, often served sliced with butter. Its distinctive colour and flavour reflect old regional baking traditions.
A soft enriched fruit bread flavoured with spices and dried fruit. Traditionally toasted and buttered, it is one of Cornwall’s best-known tea-time treats.
Popular traditional pub in Camborne serving hearty British meals and local favourites in a relaxed, historic setting.
Established pub and restaurant near Camborne, known for classic British dishes, Sunday roasts and a welcoming countryside atmosphere.
Well-known local Indian restaurant with a broad menu, friendly service and a comfortable dining room suited to casual evenings out.
Camborne is generally cheaper than larger UK tourist cities, with modest dining costs and limited public transport spend, though accommodation can rise in peak Cornwall holiday periods.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis, and spare change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Camborne 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 Camborne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Reading to Camborne trains use the Reading to Camborne station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Camborne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Reading.
ATMs are available at Reading.
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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 West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Reading West.
Ticket office support is available at Reading West.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Reading West: Parking.
Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.
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.
Camborne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Camborne.
Wi-Fi is available at Camborne.
Ticket office support is available at Camborne.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Camborne: Parking, WC.
Available at Camborne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Camborne: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms, step free access between platforms is via a level crossing. 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 may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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