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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Taplow
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
15 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
15 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Taplow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Taplow will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Reading to Taplow, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 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.
9:290h15Reading9:44Taplow£71One-way0 changes
- 9:290h15Reading9:44Taplow£71One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading to Taplow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Taplow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, while a coach costs an average of £22.
Distance: 21 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Reading to Taplow:
A train is £14 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Reading to Taplow costing on average £22.
Other travel options to Taplow take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 26m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (16m by train vs 31m by car). Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £4 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.
Direct services run with Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL).
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.
Live departures
Reading to Taplow train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Taplow trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:29 Reading | 0h15 | 9:44 Taplow | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Taplow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Taplow run on average 5 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 15m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Taplow trainsElizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Taplow from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Elizabeth line
Elizabeth Line (TfL)
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FAQs: Reading to Taplow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Taplow 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 Taplow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Taplow
Most Reading to Taplow trains use the Reading to Taplow station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Taplow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Taplow 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 Taplow station do trains from Reading arrive at?
Getting to Taplow from Taplow city centre
Taplow is 1 km from Taplow city centre. Public transport options include:
Taplow train station facilities and services
Taplow has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Taplow.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Taplow. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Taplow: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Taplow: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Taplow: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platform. 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist during ticket office hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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