The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading station (RDG) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading station (RDG) to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading station (RDG) to London Heathrow Airport will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 4 trains that leave Reading station (RDG) for London Heathrow Airport every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 55 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.
10:120h55Reading station (RDG)11:07London Heathrow Airport£181One-way0 changes
16:310h50Reading station (RDG)17:21London Heathrow Airport£201One-way0 changes
7:580h53Reading station (RDG)8:51London Heathrow Airport£291One-way0 changes
8:580h53Reading station (RDG)9:51London Heathrow Airport£301One-way0 changes
16:310h50Reading station (RDG)17:21London Heathrow Airport£201One-way0 changes
8:580h53Reading station (RDG)9:51London Heathrow Airport£301One-way0 changes
7:580h53Reading station (RDG)8:51London Heathrow Airport£291One-way0 changes
10:120h55Reading station (RDG)11:07London Heathrow Airport£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading station (RDG) to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading station (RDG) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, and a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 36 km
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Live departures
Reading station (RDG) to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading station (RDG) to London Heathrow Airport trains for tomorrow, Monday 1 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:58 Reading station (RDG) | 0h53 | 8:51 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:58 Reading station (RDG) | 0h53 | 9:51 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:12 Reading station (RDG) | 0h55 | 11:07 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:31 Reading station (RDG) | 0h50 | 17:21 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading station (RDG) to London Heathrow Airport
Trains from Reading station (RDG) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 19 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:44, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 50m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 6:44 |
Last train 20:00 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading station (RDG) to London Heathrow Airport trainsElizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading station (RDG) and London Heathrow Airport from £11. 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 station (RDG) to London Heathrow Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading station (RDG) to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Reading station (RDG) and London Heathrow Airport
- 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
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