Reading to Dawlish Warren train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Dawlish Warren

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£60

Average price

£60

Fastest journey

2 h 20 m

Average duration

2 h 30 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

198 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Dawlish Warren is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Reading to Dawlish Warren will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Reading for Dawlish Warren 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 198 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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.

Great Western Rail
08:012h47
Reading
10:48Dawlish Warren
£601One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
07:282h22
Reading
09:50Dawlish Warren
£601One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
10:282h20
Reading
12:48Dawlish Warren
£611One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Reading to Dawlish Warren

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Dawlish Warren among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £40.

Distance: 198 km

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Coach

£55

Average Price

£23

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Cheapest

2h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 56m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 10m

Average total duration

3h 40m

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Live departures

Reading to Dawlish Warren train times

The table below shows live departures for Reading to Dawlish Warren trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 08:32
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western07:28 Reading
2h22
09:50 Dawlish Warren0 changesdirect
great_western08:01 Reading
2h47
10:48 Dawlish Warren0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Reading to Dawlish Warren

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Trains from Reading to Dawlish Warren run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 198 km distance in 2h 16m.

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 £23
Distance
198 km
Average train duration
1h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
£40
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
2h 16m
First train
00:30
Last train
22:54
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 £23

Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Reading to Dawlish Warren trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Reading and Dawlish Warren from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

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
2h 16m
Cheapest Price
£40
Great Western Rail frequency
3 a day
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

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 7m
Cheapest Price
£125
first_great_western frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Reading to Dawlish Warren train

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

FAQs
You typically need 2-3 days to explore Dawlish Warren, enjoy its beach, nature reserve, and local attractions.
A day trip from Reading to Dawlish Warren is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 16m. However, trains run 3 times per day.
Booking trains from Reading to Dawlish Warren in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Reading to Dawlish Warren is 198 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Reading and Dawlish Warren. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by first_great_western.
The cost of a train ticket from Reading to Dawlish Warren can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £55.
The train journey from Reading to Dawlish Warren covers a distance of 198 km and takes approximately 2h 16m. Trains run 3 per day.
To get from Reading to Dawlish Warren, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cheapest way to get from Reading to Dawlish Warren is by coach, costing approximately £23.
The first train from Reading to Dawlish Warren leaves at 0:30.
The last train from Reading to Dawlish Warren departs at 22:54.
The train station in Reading that goes to Dawlish Warren is Reading station (RDG), and it arrives at Dawlish Warren station (DWW).
Trains from Reading to Dawlish Warren run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Reading to Dawlish Warren.
There is no night train service from Reading to Dawlish Warren.
Yes, you can take the train from Reading to Dawlish Warren.
The train journey from Reading to Dawlish Warren is quite scenic, featuring views of the rolling countryside of Berkshire and Devon, and stunning coastal vistas as the train approaches the South Devon coast, including the picturesque stretch along the Exe Estuary and the dramatic sea wall between Dawlish and Dawlish Warren.

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Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Dawlish Warren

Reading
Dawlish Warren
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 Dawlish Warren.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
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
Parking
  • Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
Accessibility
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
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
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
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Reading West
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Reading: Bus Stop on Oxford Road under Railway Bridge. Heading away from Reading Bus Stop on Oxford Road, outside McDonalds.

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