The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading station (RDG) to Southall station (STL)
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Southall station (STL) 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 Southall station (STL) will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 1 trains that leave Reading station (RDG) for Southall station (STL) 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 41 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 42 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.
P33197
P33197Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading station (RDG) to Southall station (STL)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading station (RDG) to Southall station (STL) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 41 km
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£22 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reading station (RDG) to Southall station (STL) train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading station (RDG) to Southall station (STL) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P33197 | 00:19 Reading station (RDG) | 0h42 | 01:01 Southall station (STL) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading station (RDG) to Southall station (STL)
Trains from Reading station (RDG) to Southall station (STL) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:24, the last at 20:59. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 33m.
Distance 41 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 01:24 |
Last train 20:59 |
Train companies: Tfl Rail, Great Western Rail, Elizabeth Line from Reading station (RDG) to Southall station (STL) trainsTfl Rail, Great Western Rail, Elizabeth Line trains will get you between Reading station (RDG) and Southall station (STL) from £11. 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 station (RDG) to Southall station (STL) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading station (RDG) to Southall station (STL) 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 Southall station (STL), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Reading station (RDG) and Southall station (STL)
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 19:30 Saturday 06:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 15:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Male toilets are located on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located in the ticket hall on the paid side of the ticket barriers.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Paddington: Bus Stop N on Railway Bridge. Towards Slough: Bus Stop O next to Station Building Click here for map
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