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Compare train and coach for Reading to Lower Shiplake
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Lower Shiplake among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 8 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£13 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
42m Average total duration Fastest 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Reading to Lower Shiplake:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Reading to Lower Shiplake costing on average £13.
Other travel options to Lower Shiplake take longer:
Coach takes on average 25m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (12m by train vs 18m by car). Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £2 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.
Compare prices and tickets Reading to Lower Shiplake by train or coach
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Why should you book Reading to Lower Shiplake trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Elizabeth Line (TfL) or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Reading to Lower Shiplake.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Reading to Lower Shiplake.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Reading to Lower Shiplake.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Lower Shiplake
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Lower Shiplake run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 16m.
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Lower Shiplake trainsGreat Western Railway, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Lower Shiplake from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
Elizabeth Line (TfL)
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Reading to Lower Shiplake train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Lower Shiplake 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 Lower Shiplake, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Lower Shiplake
Most Reading to Lower Shiplake trains use the Reading to Shiplake station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Lower Shiplake train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Lower Shiplake 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 Lower Shiplake station do trains from Reading arrive at?
Getting to Shiplake from Lower Shiplake city centre
Shiplake train station facilities and services
Shiplake has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shiplake: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Shiplake: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shiplake: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please call our free help line for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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