The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading station (RDG) to Theale station (THE)
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
6 m
Average duration
7 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Theale station (THE) 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 Theale station (THE) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 4 trains that leave Reading station (RDG) for Theale station (THE) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading station (RDG) to Theale station (THE)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading station (RDG) to Theale station (THE) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 8 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£6 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
37m Average total duration Fastest 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Reading station (RDG) to Theale station (THE) train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading station (RDG) to Theale station (THE) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 9 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:37 Reading station (RDG) | 0h08 | 05:45 Theale station (THE) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:10 Reading station (RDG) | 0h07 | 14:17 Theale station (THE) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:37 Reading station (RDG) | 0h06 | 18:43 Theale station (THE) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:38 Reading station (RDG) | 0h07 | 19:45 Theale station (THE) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading station (RDG) to Theale station (THE)
Trains from Reading station (RDG) to Theale station (THE) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 19:38. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 6m.
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 6m |
First train 05:37 |
Last train 19:38 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Reading station (RDG) to Theale station (THE) trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Reading station (RDG) and Theale station (THE) from £3. 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 Theale station (THE) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading station (RDG) to Theale station (THE) 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 Theale station (THE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Reading station (RDG) and Theale station (THE)
- 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 - 13:00 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to the platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent ticket counter
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park
