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Compare train for Reading to Hanwell
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Hanwell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £28, while a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 44 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£28 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (41m by train vs 54m by car). Tickets start at around £28 compared to roughly £9 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Reading to Hanwell train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Hanwell trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:47 Reading | 0h46 | 17:33 Hanwell | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Hanwell
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Hanwell run on average 4 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:13, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 41m.
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 4:13 |
Last train 23:23 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Hanwell trainsElizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Hanwell from £17. 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
Most Reading to Hanwell trains use the Reading to Hanwell station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Hanwell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Hanwell 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 Hanwell station do trains from Reading arrive at?
Getting to Hanwell from Hanwell city centre
Hanwell train station facilities and services
Hanwell has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hanwell.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hanwell. 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 Hanwell: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hanwell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hanwell: 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.
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