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Reading to Farnborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Farnborough trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G15446 | On time 6:51 Reading station (RDG) | 0h27 | 7:18 Farnborough North (FNN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15090 | 7:19 Reading station (RDG) | 0h26 | 7:45 Farnborough North (FNN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15091 | 7:51 Reading station (RDG) | 0h27 | 8:18 Farnborough North (FNN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00995+ L79922 | On time 7:52 Reading station (RDG) | 0h39 | 8:31 Farnborough (Main) (FNB) | 1 change | |
W35271 | 8:25 Reading station (RDG) | 0h26 | 8:51 Farnborough North (FNN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C48469+ L79928 | On time 8:28 Reading West (RDW) | 1h04 | 9:32 Farnborough (Main) (FNB) | 1 change | |
L79928+ G00997 | Delayed 8:16 8:54Reading station (RDG) | 0h38 | 9:32 Farnborough (Main) (FNB) | 1 change | |
G15093 | 9:24 Reading station (RDG) | 0h26 | 9:50 Farnborough North (FNN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C48473+ L79934 | On time 9:37 Reading West (RDW) | 0h52 | 10:29 Farnborough (Main) (FNB) | 1 change | |
L83055+ G01000 | Delayed 9:24 9:51Reading station (RDG) | 0h54 | 10:45 Farnborough (Main) (FNB) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Farnborough
Trains from Reading to Farnborough run on average 5 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 26m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 0:13 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
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FAQs: Reading to Farnborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Farnborough 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 Farnborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Farnborough
Most Reading to Farnborough trains use the Reading to Farnborough North station pair, with some services arriving at Farnborough (Main). Use this guide to compare Reading and Farnborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Farnborough leave from?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
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.
Getting to Reading West from Reading city centre
Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Reading Green Park from Reading city centre
Reading Green Park is 3 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading Green Park train station facilities and services
Reading Green Park has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading Green Park.
Which Farnborough station do trains from Reading arrive at?
Getting to Farnborough North from Farnborough city centre
Farnborough North is 1 km from Farnborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Farnborough North train station facilities and services
Farnborough North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Farnborough North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Farnborough North: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Farnborough North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Farnborough North: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 - There is step free access to both platforms but short ramps and level crossing with gates to negotiate for south bound services. 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 car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Farnborough (Main) from Farnborough city centre
Farnborough (Main) train station facilities and services
Farnborough (Main) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Farnborough (Main).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Farnborough (Main). ATMs are available at Farnborough (Main).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Farnborough (Main).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Farnborough (Main): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Farnborough (Main): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Farnborough (Main): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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