Reading to Dagenham train with Tube

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Compare train and coach for Reading to Dagenham

The cheapest option from Reading to Dagenham is train, with an average price of £44. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Reading to Dagenham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 79 km

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£44

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£98

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1h 43m

Average total duration

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1h 13m

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8h 52m

Average total duration

8h 22m

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Tube as well as Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) and more offer trains services from Reading to Dagenham.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Tube, but also compare tickets for the likes of Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL) or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Reading to Dagenham.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Reading to Dagenham

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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Reading to Dagenham, including direct trains, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 3m.

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
Distance
79 km
Average train duration
1h 13m
Lowest ticket price
£31
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 3m
First train
0:01
Last train
23:28
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Best time to book
3 days
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

Train companies: Tube, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Dagenham trainsTube, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Dagenham from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Elizabeth line

About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest Price
£34
Elizabeth line frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone
Family area

Tube

About
The \Tube\" refers to the London Underground, a rapid transit system serving Greater London and parts of the adjacent home counties. It is operated by London Underground Limited (LUL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transport for London (TfL). Opened in 1863, it was the world's first underground passenger railway. The network, nicknamed \"the Tube\" due to its circular, deep-level tunnels, has 11 lines and 270 stations, covering approximately 250 miles. It carries over a billion passengers annually and is known for its iconic roundel symbol and schematic map."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Tube frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
You can take as much luggage as you can comfortably carry, as long as it's under two meters long and fits within the space beneath your feet or between your legs while seated.
Luggage storage
There are no luggage racks on the Tube, so you'll technically be taking up the space of an actual person with your luggage.
Cancellation Policy
If your Tube journey was delayed by 15 minutes or more for reasons within TfL's control, you can claim a refund for the single pay as you go fare for the delayed journey.
Refund
If your Tube journey is delayed by 15 minutes or more due to reasons within TfL's control, you are entitled to a refund of the single fare for the affected journey.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Food is allowed on the Tube, but alcoholic drinks are banned on all TfL services.
USB plugs
Accessibility
Currently 93 Tube stations (more than a third of them) have step-free access, and all DLR stations and tram stops are step-free.
Pets
Dogs and other domestic animals are allowed on the London Underground as long as they are under control, on a leash or in a carrier, and not on the seats.

Elizabeth Line (TfL)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 32m
Cheapest Price
£31
Elizabeth Line (TfL) frequency
10 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest Price
£47
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
40 a day

FAQs: Reading to Dagenham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Dagenham 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 Dagenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from Reading to Dagenham is 79 km.
The first train from Reading to Dagenham leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Reading to Dagenham departs at 23:28.
Trains from Reading to Dagenham run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Reading to Dagenham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Reading to Dagenham.
To get from Reading to Dagenham, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Reading to Dagenham.
The train station in Reading that goes to Dagenham is Reading station (RDG), and it arrives at Chadwell Heath (CTH).
Booking trains from Reading to Dagenham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Reading to Dagenham offers a mix of urban and suburban views, passing through areas like central London and the outskirts, but is not typically considered a scenic route.
A single day in Dagenham is typically sufficient to explore its key attractions, such as Valence House Museum and Eastbrookend Country Park, while allowing for a leisurely visit.
Yes, you can take the train from Reading to Dagenham.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Dagenham

Most Reading to Dagenham trains use the Reading to Chadwell Heath station pair, with some services arriving at Dagenham Dock. Use this guide to compare Reading and Dagenham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Reading
Arrival train stations in Dagenham

Which Reading station do trains to Dagenham leave from?

Trains from Reading to Dagenham leave from Reading. The station is from Reading city centre at Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ.
ReadingReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ+44 3451652030ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Reading from Reading city centre

Bus26, 90, 87 · 2m · £2 · every ~15 min

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.

Reading WestReading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PYParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Reading West from Reading city centre

Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainReading - Basingstoke, Reading - Newbury, Reading - Bedwyn, London Paddington - Bedwyn · 2m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
Bus15, 15a, 16, 17, 91, 85, 88, 93, 43 · 4m · £2 · every ~49 min

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.

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