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Compare train and coach for Reading to Charlbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Charlbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 58 km
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Why should you book Reading to Charlbury trains with Omio?
Great Western Railway as well as Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Reading to Charlbury.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Reading to Charlbury.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Reading to Charlbury.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Reading to Charlbury.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Reading to Charlbury.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Charlbury
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Trains from Reading to Charlbury run on average 5 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 41m.
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 £10
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 6:12 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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 £10
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Charlbury trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Charlbury from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
41m
Cheapest Price
£20
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
47m
Cheapest Price
£49
Cross Country frequency
1 a day
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
£41
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Reading to Charlbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Charlbury 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 Charlbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Reading to Charlbury can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £20.
The train journey from Reading to Charlbury covers a distance of 58 km and takes approximately 41m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Reading to Charlbury is 58 km.
The first train from Reading to Charlbury leaves at 6:12.
The last train from Reading to Charlbury departs at 23:49.
Trains from Reading to Charlbury run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Reading to Charlbury.
Yes, there is a direct train between Reading and Charlbury. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Reading to Charlbury, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Reading to Charlbury.
The train station in Reading that goes to Charlbury is Reading station (RDG), and it arrives at Charlbury station (CBY).
The cheapest way to get from Reading to Charlbury is by coach, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from Reading to Charlbury in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Reading to Charlbury is considered scenic as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Chiltern Hills and the Cotswolds, offering views of rolling countryside, charming villages, and historic woodlands.
Yes, a day trip from Reading to Charlbury is feasible. The journey takes 41m and covers 58 km. Trains run 4 times per day.
To explore Charlbury, a charming town in Oxfordshire, a day or two is generally sufficient to enjoy its key attractions, such as Cornbury Park and the Charlbury Museum, and experience the local countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Reading to Charlbury.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Charlbury
Reading
Charlbury
The major train station for departures in Reading is Reading. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Reading for your trip from Reading to Charlbury.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Parking
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Reading
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Charlbury is Charlbury. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Charlbury for your journey to Charlbury from Reading.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:20 Saturday 06:45 - 13:15 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A - Step free access is available to both platforms with Platform 1 accessed via a ramp bridge
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Charlbury
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station building/car park
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