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Overview: Train from Reading to Stoke Gifford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Stoke Gifford run on average 10 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:36, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 109 km distance in 48m.
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
Distance 109 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 4:36 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 49 days |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Reading to Stoke Gifford trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Reading to Stoke Gifford.
The cost of a train ticket from Reading to Stoke Gifford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £34, while the average price tends to be around £47.
The train journey from Reading to Stoke Gifford covers a distance of 109 km and takes approximately 48m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Reading to Stoke Gifford is 109 km.
The first train from Reading to Stoke Gifford leaves at 4:36.
The last train from Reading to Stoke Gifford departs at 23:30.
Trains from Reading to Stoke Gifford run approximately 10 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Reading and Stoke Gifford. The service operates 10 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway.
Live departures
Reading to Stoke Gifford train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Stoke Gifford trains for today, Tuesday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 5:49 Reading | 1h29 | 7:18 Stoke Gifford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Great Western Railway
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 Great Western Railway Duration
48m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£34
Great Western Railway frequency
10 a day
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
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Reading and Stoke Gifford
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Reading to Stoke Gifford.
Yes, there is a night train from Reading to Stoke Gifford.
Complete guide to Stoke Gifford
Things to do in Stoke Gifford
Discover the best of Stoke Gifford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stoke Gifford trip today.
- Recommended
The Georgian House Museum
A Georgian townhouse museum presenting Bristol life, trade and domestic interiors through period rooms and changing displays.
- Recommended
Spike Island
A contemporary art space at UWE Bower Ashton with exhibitions by regional and international artists, worth visiting for current work.
- Must visit
Bristol Harbour
A waterside walking area with museums, harbour views and restored industrial buildings, lively by day and easy to explore on foot.
- Recommended
Blaise Castle Estate
A large public park with a lake, woodland walks, miniature railway and open space, ideal for a relaxed outing near Stoke Gifford.
- Recommended
Oldbury Court Estate
A landscaped park by the River Frome with play areas, woodland and a riverside path, popular with local walkers and families.
Bristol Beef Sandwich
A soft white bap filled with hot carved beef, often with horseradish or mustard. A long-standing Bristol-area market and pub favourite.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Cheddar Cheese
A traditional West Country cheese from nearby Somerset, known for its rich, nutty flavour and strong farming heritage across the region.
- Gluten-free
West Country Cider
A regional cider made from local apples. The West Country is one of England’s best-known cider-producing areas, and it is widely drunk locally.
Raj Pavilion
Popular local Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and a relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere close to Stoke Gifford.
Brunel's Hat
Smart casual restaurant and bar at Aztec West, serving British and European dishes, steaks and brunch in a polished hotel setting.
The Willy Wicket
Reliable pub restaurant near Stoke Gifford, serving British classics, grills and Sunday roasts in a modern, family-friendly setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the Bristol area. Dining and coffee are fairly typical for southern England, while nearby Bristol accommodation and transport can raise overall visitor costs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Taxi fares may be rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually small change.
First Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.40
- Day pass
- £6.50
To the city centre
Bristol Parkway -> Bristol Temple Meads, Bristol
- Distance
- 4 km
- Travel time
- 11 min
- Most local bus singles start at £2.40 and day tickets at £6.50. Contactless payment is accepted on buses, and metrobus uses Tap On, Tap Off.
- For Bristol city centre, the quickest option from Bristol Parkway is usually the train to Bristol Temple Meads. GWR pay-as-you-go/contactless is available on local rail journeys in the Bristol area.
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The train journey from Reading to Stoke Gifford offers pleasant countryside views, passing through scenic areas such as rolling hills and quaint villages, making for a visually enjoyable ride.
FAQs: Reading to Stoke Gifford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Stoke Gifford 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 Stoke Gifford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Reading to Stoke Gifford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Reading to Stoke Gifford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Stoke Gifford
Most Reading to Stoke Gifford trains use the Reading to Bristol Parkway station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Stoke Gifford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Reading
Arrival train stations in Stoke Gifford
Which Reading station do trains to Stoke Gifford leave from?
Trains from Reading to Stoke Gifford leave from Reading. The station is from Reading city centre at Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ.
ReadingReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Bus26, 90, 87 · 2m · £2 · every ~15 min
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 Stoke Gifford station do trains from Reading arrive at?
Trains from Reading to Stoke Gifford arrive at Bristol Parkway. Bristol Parkway is from Stoke Gifford city centre.
Bristol ParkwayBristol Parkway station, Station Approach Road, off Hatchet Road, Stoke Gifford, Bristol, City of, BS34 8PU+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Bristol Parkway from Stoke Gifford city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesFront of the station
Bristol Parkway train station facilities and services
Bristol Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bristol Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bristol Parkway. ATMs are available at Bristol Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Parkway: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms via lifts from the main station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Train stations for Reading to Stoke Gifford
Check train stations information for Reading and Stoke Gifford, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Reading that goes to Stoke Gifford is Reading, and it arrives at Bristol Parkway.
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