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Compare train and coach for Reading to Eton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Eton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, and a coach costs an average of £31.
Distance: 25 km
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52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Eton
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Trains from Reading to Eton run on average 16 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 19:35. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 22m.
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 25 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 06:09 |
Last train 19:35 |
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: Tfl Rail, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western from Reading to Eton trainsTfl Rail, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western trains will get you between Reading and Eton from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Tfl Rail
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
22m
Cheapest Price
£14
Tfl Rail frequency
5 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
Elizabeth Line
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
32m
Cheapest Price
£20
Elizabeth Line frequency
24 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
32m
Cheapest Price
£31
first_great_western frequency
5 a day
FAQs: Reading to Eton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Eton 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 Eton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Most visitors find that spending one to two days in Eton is sufficient to explore its key attractions, such as Eton College and the charming high street.
Booking trains from Reading to Eton 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 Eton is 25 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Reading to Eton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The cheapest way to get from Reading to Eton is by train, costing approximately £15.
Yes, there is a direct train between Reading and Eton. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Tfl Rail.
The train journey from Reading to Eton covers a distance of 25 km and takes approximately 22m. Trains run 16 per day.
The first train from Reading to Eton leaves at 6:09.
To get from Reading to Eton, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The last train from Reading to Eton departs at 19:35.
The train station in Reading that goes to Eton is Reading station (RDG), and it arrives at Windsor & Eton Central (WNC).
Trains from Reading to Eton run approximately 16 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Reading to Eton.
There is no night train service from Reading to Eton.
Yes, you can take the train from Reading to Eton.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Eton
Reading
Eton
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
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
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
- 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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