The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Hanwell
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Hanwell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Hanwell will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 2 trains that leave Reading for Hanwell every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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.




Live departures
Reading to Hanwell train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Hanwell trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:53 Reading | 1h16 | 07:09 Hanwell | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:53 Reading | 0h46 | 08:39 Hanwell | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Hanwell
Trains from Reading to Hanwell run on average 4 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 46m.
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Tfl Rail, Great Western Rail, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Hanwell trainsTfl Rail, Great Western Rail, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Hanwell from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading to Hanwell train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Hanwell 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 Hanwell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Hanwell
- 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
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 12:20 Saturday 06:30 - 13:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Located on platform 3 inside the waiting room. Male and Female toilets located on Campbell road entrance.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Accessible waiting rooms with automatic door opening are located on platforms 2&3.
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located at both entrances to the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
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