Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 21 Sept

Cheapest price on 21 Sept

£26

Average ticket price on 21 Sept

£52

Fastest journey on 21 Sept

1 h 38 m

Average journey duration on 21 Sept

1 h 42 m

Trains on 21 Sept

21

Distance

139 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) 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 Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.

Fast trains

On Mon 21 Sept, we found 21 trains from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM), including 5 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 139 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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.

  • Great Western RailwayG14950
    6:531h49
    Reading station (RDG)
    8:42Weston-Super-Mare (WSM)
    £261One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG14952 · G15535
    7:542h06
    Reading station (RDG)
    10:00Weston-Super-Mare (WSM)
    £261One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayG14954
    8:551h42
    Reading station (RDG)
    10:37Weston-Super-Mare (WSM)
    £261One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG14958 · G15539
    11:552h04
    Reading station (RDG)
    13:59Weston-Super-Mare (WSM)
    £261One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayG14960
    12:551h45
    Reading station (RDG)
    14:40Weston-Super-Mare (WSM)
    £261One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £24, while a coach costs an average of £74.

Distance: 139 km

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Train
Coach
Ferry
Driving

£47

Average Price

£74

Average Price

£24

Average Price

Cheapest

£28

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 16m

Average total duration

1h 46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 58m

Average total duration

4h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

28m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

1h 55m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) is a ferry with an average price of £24.

This is compared to other travel options from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM):

A ferry is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) costing on average £47.

A ferry is £50 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) costing on average £74.

The fastest way to travel from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) is by ferry with an average journey time of 28m.

Other travel options to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 46m.

Coach takes on average 4h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Reading station (RDG) and Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 9m sooner (1h 46m by train vs 1h 55m by car). Tickets start at around £47 compared to roughly £28 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 Great Western Railway.

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 station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) train times

The table below shows live departures for Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) trains for today, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway20:55 Reading station (RDG)
1h50
22:45 Weston-Super-Mare (WSM)0 changesdirect
Monday 21 September
Great Western RailwayG14977 · G151826:27 Reading station (RDG)
1h57
8:24 Weston-Super-Mare (WSM)1 change
Great Western RailwayG149506:53 Reading station (RDG)
1h49
8:42 Weston-Super-Mare (WSM)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG14951 · G151847:25 Reading station (RDG)
1h59
9:24 Weston-Super-Mare (WSM)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14952 · G155357:54 Reading station (RDG)
2h06
10:00 Weston-Super-Mare (WSM)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14953 · G151858:25 Reading station (RDG)
1h59
10:24 Weston-Super-Mare (WSM)1 change
Great Western RailwayG149548:55 Reading station (RDG)
1h42
10:37 Weston-Super-Mare (WSM)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15030 · G15061 · G155368:58 Reading station (RDG)
2h02
11:00 Weston-Super-Mare (WSM)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14955 · G151869:25 Reading station (RDG)
1h57
11:22 Weston-Super-Mare (WSM)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14956+CrossCountryG011389:55 Reading station (RDG)
1h38
11:33 Weston-Super-Mare (WSM)1 change
Great Western RailwayW34680 · G1518710:25 Reading station (RDG)
1h57
12:22 Weston-Super-Mare (WSM)1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Great Western Railway operates all trains services from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM)

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Trains from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £24 by ferry.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:55, the last at 07:55. The fastest train covers the 139 km distance in 1h 34m.

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
Ferry from £24
Distance
139 km
Average train duration
1h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
£47
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
1h 34m
First train
7:55
Last train
7:55
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Thu
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
Ferry from £24

Train companies: Great Western Railway from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Reading station (RDG) and Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) from £24. 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 Great Western Railway Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£47
Great Western Railway frequency
4 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

FAQs: Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) 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 (WSM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £47, while the average price tends to be around £47.
The train journey from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) covers a distance of 139 km and takes approximately 1h 34m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) is 139 km.
The first train from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) leaves at 7:55.
The last train from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) departs at 7:55.
Trains from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM).
Yes, there is a direct train between Reading station (RDG) and Weston-Super-Mare (WSM). The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway.
To get from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM).
The cheapest way to get from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) is by ferry, costing approximately £24.
Booking trains from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) 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 scenic views, particularly as it passes through the rolling countryside and picturesque landscapes of the Cotswolds and Somerset. Passengers can enjoy glimpses of charming villages, lush fields, and occasionally the Bristol Channel as they approach Weston-Super-Mare.
Yes, a day trip from Reading to Weston-Super-Mare is feasible with a travel time of 1h 34m and a distance of 139 km. Trains run 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM).

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Important Stations and Airports in Reading station (RDG) and Weston-Super-Mare (WSM)

Most Reading station (RDG) to Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) trains use the Reading to Worle station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading station (RDG) and Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) 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 Weston-super-Mare
ReadingReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ+44 3451652030ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
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.

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