The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading station (RDG) to Chippenham station (CPM)
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
41 m
Average duration
42 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Chippenham station (CPM) 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 Chippenham station (CPM) will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
Of the 3 trains that leave Reading station (RDG) for Chippenham station (CPM) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 43 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading station (RDG) to Chippenham station (CPM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading station (RDG) to Chippenham station (CPM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 79 km
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£33 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reading station (RDG) to Chippenham station (CPM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading station (RDG) to Chippenham station (CPM) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:24 Reading station (RDG) | 0h43 | 08:07 Chippenham station (CPM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading station (RDG) to Chippenham station (CPM)
Trains from Reading station (RDG) to Chippenham station (CPM) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:13, the last at 19:55. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 37m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 07:13 |
Last train 19:55 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Reading station (RDG) to Chippenham station (CPM) trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Reading station (RDG) and Chippenham station (CPM) from £16. 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 Chippenham station (CPM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading station (RDG) to Chippenham station (CPM) 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 Chippenham station (CPM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Reading station (RDG) and Chippenham station (CPM)
- 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 05:50 - 20:00 Saturday 05:50 - 19:30 Sunday 08:00 - 19:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A station – This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform. Step free access available to both platforms via lifts from the main station entrance and disused platform. Station is accessible if arriving at the station main entrance and not from the north.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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.
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Disused platform and north car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Short stay car park - terminating & starting services. Bus Stops in Bus Turning Area - through services.
