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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£32
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£33
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
51 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
52 m
Trains on 13 Oct
26
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading 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 to London Heathrow Airport will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
To travel from Reading to London Heathrow Airport you need to make at least one change.
C37651 · C3703311:590h53Reading station (RDG)12:52Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£321One-way1 change- C37651 · C3737211:591h07Reading station (RDG)13:06Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)£321One-way1 change
- C37695 · C3705112:290h53Reading station (RDG)13:22Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£321One-way1 change
- C37601 · C3736311:291h07Reading station (RDG)12:36Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)£321One-way1 change
C47876+C37573 · C3700411:120h55Reading station (RDG)12:07Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£321One-way2 changes
- C37388 · C369069:160h51Reading station (RDG)10:07Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£331One-way1 change
- C37788 · C368748:450h52Reading station (RDG)9:37Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£331One-way1 change
- C37651 · C3703311:590h53Reading station (RDG)12:52Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£321One-way1 change
- C37695 · C3705112:290h53Reading station (RDG)13:22Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£321One-way1 change
- C37552 · C3699110:590h53Reading station (RDG)11:52Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£321One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to London Heathrow Airport
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Trains from Reading to London Heathrow Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:59, the last at 07:53. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 34m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 6:59 |
Last train 7:53 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Reading to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to London Heathrow Airport trains for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C37388 · C36906 | On time 9:16 Reading station (RDG) | 0h51 | 10:07 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 13 October | |||||
| C37745 · C37046 | 8:13 Reading station (RDG) | 0h54 | 9:07 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 change | |
| C37745 · C37280 | 8:13 Reading station (RDG) | 1h23 | 9:36 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 change | |
C37745 · C37046+ W10601 | 8:13 Reading station (RDG) | 1h04 | 9:17 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
| C37753 · C37770 · C37280 | 8:24 Reading station (RDG) | 1h12 | 9:36 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
| C37753 · C37770 · C37060 | 8:24 Reading station (RDG) | 0h58 | 9:22 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
| C37753 · C37770 · C37060+W10604 | 8:24 Reading station (RDG) | 1h07 | 9:31 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3 changes | |
| C37788 · C36874 | 8:45 Reading station (RDG) | 0h52 | 9:37 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 change | |
| C37788 · C36874+W10607 | 8:45 Reading station (RDG) | 1h01 | 9:46 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
| C37810 · C36893 | 8:58 Reading station (RDG) | 0h54 | 9:52 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 change | |
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FAQs: Reading to London Heathrow Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and London Heathrow Airport
Most Reading to London Heathrow Airport trains use the Reading to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and London Heathrow Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Reading West from Reading city centre
Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading West train station facilities and services
Reading West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading West.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Reading Green Park from Reading city centre
Reading Green Park is 3 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading Green Park train station facilities and services
Reading Green Park has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading Green Park.
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