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The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST)
Showing times and prices for 21 Mar
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
62 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST) 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 Liverpool Street (LST) will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Fast trains
Of the 6 trains that leave Reading station (RDG) for London Liverpool Street (LST) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 6 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.
L74005+
Tube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
G2419107:392h06
Reading station (RDG)09:45London Liverpool Street (LST)
£291One-way
2 changes
L74005+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street07:392h08
Reading station (RDG)09:47London Liverpool Street (LST)
£291One-way
1 change
L23162+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street07:271h05
Reading station (RDG)08:32London Liverpool Street (LST)
£361One-way
1 change
L23028+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street07:341h06
Reading station (RDG)08:40London Liverpool Street (LST)
£361One-way
1 change
L23089+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street07:301h06
Reading station (RDG)08:36London Liverpool Street (LST)
£361One-way
1 change
L23162+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street07:271h05
Reading station (RDG)08:32London Liverpool Street (LST)
£361One-way
1 change
L23028+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street07:341h06
Reading station (RDG)08:40London Liverpool Street (LST)
£361One-way
1 change
L23089+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street07:301h06
Reading station (RDG)08:36London Liverpool Street (LST)
£361One-way
1 change
G2409507:291h08
Reading station (RDG)08:37London Liverpool Street (LST)
£361One-way
0 changes
L74005+Tube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+G2419107:392h06
Reading station (RDG)09:45London Liverpool Street (LST)
£291One-way
2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 62 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£24 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST) train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST) trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:21
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P22797+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street | On time 10:56 Reading station (RDG) | 1h04 | 12:00 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1 change | |
| G24030 | 10:59 Reading station (RDG) | 1h08 | 12:07 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22846+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street | On time 11:01 Reading station (RDG) | 1h06 | 12:07 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1 change | |
| P22600+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street | On time 11:04 Reading station (RDG) | 1h04 | 12:08 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1 change | |
| L74046+Tube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+G24134 | 11:09 Reading station (RDG) | 2h06 | 13:15 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2 changes | |
| P22588+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street | On time 11:09 Reading station (RDG) | 1h05 | 12:14 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
| L23162+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street | 07:27 Reading station (RDG) | 1h05 | 08:32 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1 change | |
| G24095 | 07:29 Reading station (RDG) | 1h08 | 08:37 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L23089+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street | 07:30 Reading station (RDG) | 1h06 | 08:36 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1 change | |
| L23028+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street | 07:34 Reading station (RDG) | 1h06 | 08:40 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1 change | |
| L74005+Tube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+G24191 | 07:39 Reading station (RDG) | 2h06 | 09:45 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2 changes | |
| L74005+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street | 07:39 Reading station (RDG) | 2h08 | 09:47 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 58m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
Distance 62 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 05:39 |
Last train 23:12 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
Train companies: Tfl Rail, Tube, Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST) trainsTfl Rail, Tube, Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading station (RDG) and London Liverpool Street (LST) from £10. 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
58m
Cheapest Price
£24
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
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 2m
Cheapest Price
£12
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
Tfl Rail
About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 7m
Cheapest Price
£22
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone
Tube
About
The \Tube\" refers to the London Underground, a rapid transit system serving Greater London and parts of the adjacent home counties. It is operated by London Underground Limited (LUL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transport for London (TfL). Opened in 1863, it was the world's first underground passenger railway. The network, nicknamed \"the Tube\" due to its circular, deep-level tunnels, has 11 lines and 270 stations, covering approximately 250 miles. It carries over a billion passengers annually and is known for its iconic roundel symbol and schematic map."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Tube frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
You can take as much luggage as you can comfortably carry, as long as it's under two meters long and fits within the space beneath your feet or between your legs while seated.
Luggage storage
There are no luggage racks on the Tube, so you'll technically be taking up the space of an actual person with your luggage.
Cancellation Policy
If your Tube journey was delayed by 15 minutes or more for reasons within TfL's control, you can claim a refund for the single pay as you go fare for the delayed journey.
Refund
If your Tube journey is delayed by 15 minutes or more due to reasons within TfL's control, you are entitled to a refund of the single fare for the affected journey.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Food is allowed on the Tube, but alcoholic drinks are banned on all TfL services.
USB plugs
Accessibility
Currently 93 Tube stations (more than a third of them) have step-free access, and all DLR stations and tram stops are step-free.
Pets
Dogs and other domestic animals are allowed on the London Underground as long as they are under control, on a leash or in a carrier, and not on the seats.
Elizabeth Line (TfL)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest Price
£24
Elizabeth Line (TfL) frequency
23 a day
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
39m
Cheapest Price
£42
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
27 a day
FAQs: Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST) 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 Liverpool Street (LST), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £24.
The train journey from Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST) covers a distance of 62 km and takes approximately 58m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST) is 62 km.
The first train from Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST) leaves at 5:39.
The last train from Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST) departs at 23:12.
Trains from Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST) run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST).
Yes, there is a direct train between Reading station (RDG) and London Liverpool Street (LST). The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Elizabeth Line (TfL).
To get from Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST).
The cheapest way to get from Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST) is by coach, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Reading to London Liverpool Street primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, offering views of the Thames Valley, towns, and residential landscapes, but it is not typically considered a scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Reading to London Liverpool Street is feasible. The journey takes 58m, covers a distance of 62 km, and trains run 9 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Reading station (RDG) to London Liverpool Street (LST).
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Important Stations and Airports in Reading station (RDG) and London Liverpool Street (LST)
Reading
London
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 London.
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 London is London Liverpool Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Liverpool Street for your journey to London from Reading.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday 03:10 - 01:00 Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 04:00 - 01:00 Friday,Saturday,Sunday 03:40 - 01:00 Adjacent to Platform 10
Distance to city center
3 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours)
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The Station Public toilets are located down the stairs, opposite platform 11. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available adjacent to platform 10.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Adjacent to Platform 10 and can be operated by a radar key. There is also a buzzer at the toilet door.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Inside station next to taxi rank alongside platform 10 and outside Bishopsgate entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for London Liverpool Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on either Liverpool Street (outside the station entrance), or beside Platform 10, depending on operational requirements
- Metro: Liverpool Street underground station has connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines.
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