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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Wickford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Wickford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 105 km distance in 1h 19m.
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 105 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 23:26 |
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
Train companies: Tfl Rail, first_great_western from Reading to Wickford trainsTfl Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Reading and Wickford from £63. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Tfl Rail
About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 9m
Cheapest Price
£41
Tfl Rail frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone
Family area
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 19m
Cheapest Price
£62
first_great_western frequency
50 a day
FAQs: Reading to Wickford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Wickford 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 Wickford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully explore Wickford, including its charming town centre, local parks, and nearby attractions, spending around 1 to 2 days is typically sufficient.
The cheapest way to get from Reading to Wickford is by train, costing approximately £63.
The train distance from Reading to Wickford is 105 km.
Yes, a day trip from Reading to Wickford is feasible as the journey takes only 1h 19m with a distance of 105 km. The frequency of trains is 4 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Reading to Wickford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £63, while the average price tends to be around £63.
The last train from Reading to Wickford departs at 23:26.
Booking trains from Reading to Wickford 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 Wickford covers a distance of 105 km and takes approximately 1h 19m. Trains run 4 per day.
There is no night train service from Reading to Wickford.
The train station in Reading that goes to Wickford is Reading station (RDG), and it arrives at Wickford station (WIC).
The first train from Reading to Wickford leaves at 4:50.
Trains from Reading to Wickford run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Reading to Wickford.
To travel from Reading to Wickford, you can take a train.
Yes, you can take the train from Reading to Wickford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Reading to Wickford.
The train journey from Reading to Wickford is primarily focused on urban and suburban landscapes, with sections passing through towns and residential areas. While it may offer glimpses of English countryside and greenery, it is not typically considered a notably scenic route compared to other more rural train journeys in the UK.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Wickford
Reading
Wickford
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 Wickford.
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
The major train station for arrivals in Wickford is Wickford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wickford for your journey to Wickford from Reading.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingAccessibilityWC
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 19:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent & dry cleaners - open early mornings only
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on Platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: A secure 50-space cycle compound is available in the car park(key fob required, speak to station staff for availability). An additional 25-hoop cycle storage area is outside the front of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Wickford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Substitute bus services call at the bus stop at station entrance
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