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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Melksham
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Melksham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Melksham will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 1 trains that leave Reading for Melksham 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 82 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
14:401h00Reading15:40Melksham£301One-way0 changes
- 14:401h00Reading15:40Melksham£301One-way0 changes
Live departures
Reading to Melksham train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Melksham trains for today, Tuesday 11 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 5:49 Reading | 2h11 | 8:00 Melksham | 2 changes | |
| 7:27 Reading | 2h34 | 10:01 Melksham | 1 change | |
| 8:13 Reading | 0h55 | 9:08 Melksham | 1 change | |
| 10:25 Reading | 1h05 | 11:30 Melksham | 1 change | |
| 11:01 Reading | 1h31 | 12:32 Melksham | 1 change | |
| 12:40 Reading | 0h59 | 13:39 Melksham | 1 change | |
| 13:01 Reading | 1h32 | 14:33 Melksham | 1 change | |
| 14:40 Reading | 0h59 | 15:39 Melksham | 1 change | |
| 15:01 Reading | 1h37 | 16:38 Melksham | 1 change | |
| 16:58 Reading | 1h01 | 17:59 Melksham | 1 change | |
| 17:02 Reading | 1h50 | 18:52 Melksham | 1 change | |
| 18:13 Reading | 0h55 | 19:08 Melksham | 1 change | |
| 19:01 Reading | 1h20 | 20:21 Melksham | 1 change | |
| 19:27 Reading | 1h11 | 20:38 Melksham | 1 change | |
| 21:29 Reading | 9h51 | 7:20 Melksham | 1 change | |
| 21:56 Reading | 0h59 | 22:55 Melksham | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Melksham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Melksham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 82 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 82 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 5:49 |
Last train 21:56 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Melksham trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Melksham from £30. 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 Melksham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Melksham 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 Melksham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Melksham
Most Reading to Melksham trains use the Reading to Melksham station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Melksham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Melksham 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 Melksham station do trains from Reading arrive at?
Getting to Melksham from Melksham city centre
Melksham train station facilities and services
Melksham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Melksham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Melksham: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Melksham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Melksham: 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 may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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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