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The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Weston-super-Mare
Showing times and prices for 05 May
Cheapest price
£94
Average price
£105
Fastest journey
1 h 47 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
140 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Weston-super-Mare is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Weston-super-Mare will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £94.
Fast trains
To travel from Reading to Weston-super-Mare you need to make at least one change.
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0:065h30Reading5:36Weston-super-Mare£941One-way1 change- 5:491h47Reading7:36Weston-super-Mare£941One-way1 change
- 0:494h49Reading5:38Weston-super-Mare£1261One-way1 change
- 5:491h47Reading7:36Weston-super-Mare£941One-way1 change
- 0:494h49Reading5:38Weston-super-Mare£1261One-way1 change
- 0:065h30Reading5:36Weston-super-Mare£941One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train for Reading to Weston-super-Mare
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Weston-super-Mare among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £124.
Distance: 140 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£124 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Reading to Weston-super-Mare train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Weston-super-Mare trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 0:06 Reading | 5h30 | 5:36 Weston-super-Mare | 1 change | |
| 0:49 Reading | 4h49 | 5:38 Weston-super-Mare | 1 change | |
| 5:49 Reading | 1h47 | 7:36 Weston-super-Mare | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Reading to Weston-super-Mare by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Weston-super-Mare
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Trains from Reading to Weston-super-Mare run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £124 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 140 km distance in 1h 59m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £31
Distance 140 km |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £124 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 5:42 |
Last train 22:28 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £31
Train companies: Great Western Railway, first_great_western from Reading to Weston-super-Mare trainsGreat Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Reading and Weston-super-Mare from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 Duration
1h 59m
Cheapest Price
£124
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
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 38m
Cheapest Price
£90
first_great_western frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Reading to Weston-super-Mare train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Weston-super-Mare 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 Weston-super-Mare, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Reading to Weston-super-Mare can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £124, while the average price tends to be around £124.
The train journey from Reading to Weston-super-Mare covers a distance of 140 km and takes approximately 1h 59m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Reading to Weston-super-Mare is 140 km.
The first train from Reading to Weston-super-Mare leaves at 5:42.
The last train from Reading to Weston-super-Mare departs at 22:28.
Trains from Reading to Weston-super-Mare run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Reading to Weston-super-Mare.
Yes, there is a direct train between Reading and Weston-super-Mare. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by first_great_western.
To travel from Reading to Weston-super-Mare, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Reading to Weston-super-Mare.
The train station in Reading that goes to Weston-super-Mare is Reading station (RDG), and it arrives at Weston-Super-Mare (WSM).
The cheapest way to get from Reading to Weston-super-Mare is by coach, costing approximately £31.
Booking trains from Reading to Weston-super-Mare in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Reading to Weston-super-Mare offers views of the picturesque English countryside, including stretches of the River Thames, lush green fields, and charming villages, making it a pleasant and scenic experience.
Yes, a day trip from Reading to Weston-super-Mare is feasible. The journey takes 1h 59m, covering a distance of 140 km, with a frequency of 4 trains per day.
In Weston-super-Mare, you can visit the Water Adventure Play Park, a great spot for families with splash zones and playgrounds, or explore the Weston-super-Mare Beach, perfect for sunbathing and building sandcastles. Take a stroll along the Marine Lake for a peaceful walk and birdwatching, or enjoy a show at the Playhouse Theatre, which offers a range of performances from drama to comedy. Discover local art at Weston Artspace, a community hub for exhibitions. Don't miss the Grand Pier with its amusement rides and arcade games, or learn about local history at the Weston Museum. For natural beauty, head to Sand Bay or the Uphill Local Nature Reserve, both ideal for walks and enjoying the scenery. Lastly, the Helicopter Museum offers a fascinating look at aviation history.
Two to three days in Weston-super-Mare is typically sufficient to explore its sandy beaches, enjoy the Grand Pier, and visit local attractions like the Weston Museum and the Helicopter Museum.
Yes, you can take the train from Reading to Weston-super-Mare.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Weston-super-Mare
Reading
Weston-super-Mare
The major train station for departures in Reading is Reading. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Reading for your trip from Reading to Weston-super-Mare.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Parking
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Reading
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using 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: No
Bike Parking
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Reading West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Reading: Bus Stop on Oxford Road under Railway Bridge. Heading away from Reading Bus Stop on Oxford Road, outside McDonalds.
The major train station for arrivals in Weston-super-Mare is Weston-Super-Mare. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Weston-Super-Mare for your journey to Weston-super-Mare from Reading.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 17:45 Saturday 06:10 - 17:45 Sunday 10:20 - 18:20
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 station. This station has a degree of step free access as both platforms can be approached via adjacent roads to access step free however the Taunton bound platform can only be accessed on the station via a step bridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: At the front of the station, platform 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Weston-Super-Mare
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 09:30 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 station, This station can be accessed step free to both platforms, however access to the Taunton bound line is via a ramp bridge of modest gradient. Both platforms can be accessed independently via drop off
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Worle
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the front of the station
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