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Live departures
Reading to Great Malvern train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Great Malvern trains for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 02:05
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 04:40 Reading | 2h58 | 07:38 Great Malvern | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Great Malvern
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Great Malvern run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £80 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 1h 51m.
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 118 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £80 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 22:32 |
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: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Reading to Great Malvern trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Reading and Great Malvern from £80. 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 58m
Cheapest Price
£54
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
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 10m
Cheapest Price
£90
Cross Country frequency
1 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 51m
Cheapest Price
£79
first_great_western frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Reading to Great Malvern train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Great Malvern 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 Great Malvern, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Yes, there is a direct train between Reading and Great Malvern. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail, first_great_western.
Spending 2 to 3 days in Great Malvern allows you to explore the scenic Malvern Hills, visit the historic Priory Church, and enjoy the local shops and cafes.
Booking trains from Reading to Great Malvern in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Reading to Great Malvern can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £80, while the average price tends to be around £82.
The train distance from Reading to Great Malvern is 118 km.
The cheapest way to get from Reading to Great Malvern is by train, costing approximately £80.
The train journey from Reading to Great Malvern covers a distance of 118 km and takes approximately 1h 51m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train station in Reading that goes to Great Malvern is Reading station (RDG), and it arrives at Great Malvern station (GMV).
The first train from Reading to Great Malvern leaves at 5:20.
The last train from Reading to Great Malvern departs at 22:32.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Reading to Great Malvern.
Trains from Reading to Great Malvern run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Reading to Great Malvern.
There is no night train service from Reading to Great Malvern.
To travel from Reading to Great Malvern, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Great Malvern
Reading
Great Malvern
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 Great Malvern.
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
The major train station for arrivals in Great Malvern is Great Malvern. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Great Malvern for your journey to Great Malvern from Reading.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 17:00 Saturday 07:00 - 14:00 Sunday Closed None
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall (shared facility for Ladies and Gents). The accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Booking Hall. All toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-17:00, Saturday 07:00-14:00 and Sunday Closed. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Booking Hall. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-17:00, Saturday 07:00-14:00 and Sunday Closed. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Great Malvern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: On the station car park at Platform 1.
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