Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading to Forest Gate
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Forest Gate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 70 km
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Compare prices and tickets Reading to Forest Gate by train or coach
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Why should you book Reading to Forest Gate trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, 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 Forest Gate.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Reading to Forest Gate.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Reading to Forest Gate.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Forest Gate
Trains from Reading to Forest Gate run on average 5 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 70 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Forest Gate trainsGreat Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Forest Gate from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
Elizabeth line
Elizabeth Line (TfL)
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Reading to Forest Gate train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Forest Gate 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 Forest Gate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Forest Gate
Most Reading to Forest Gate trains use the Reading to Forest Gate station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Forest Gate train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Forest Gate 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.
Which Forest Gate station do trains from Reading arrive at?
Getting to Forest Gate from Forest Gate city centre
Forest Gate train station facilities and services
Forest Gate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Forest Gate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Forest Gate. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Forest Gate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Forest Gate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Forest Gate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category B. This station has step-free access to all platforms except platform 4. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 1&2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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