The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Saxmundham
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Saxmundham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Saxmundham will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.
To travel from Reading to Saxmundham you need to make at least 3 changes.






Live departures
Reading to Saxmundham train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Saxmundham trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:53 Reading | 3h53 | 10:46 Saxmundham | 3 changes | |
![]() | 08:21 Reading | 3h25 | 11:46 Saxmundham | 3 changes | |
![]() | 10:12 Reading | 2h34 | 12:46 Saxmundham | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Saxmundham
Trains from Reading to Saxmundham run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £71 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 17:02. The fastest train covers the 189 km distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 189 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 06:11 |
Last train 17:02 |
Train companies: Elizabeth Line, first_great_western from Reading to Saxmundham trainsElizabeth Line, first_great_western trains will get you between Reading and Saxmundham from £71. 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 Saxmundham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Saxmundham 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 Saxmundham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Saxmundham
- 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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Note: ticket machine is card only (not cash) The ticket machine is located near the waiting room.
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local town services only
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
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