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The Lightbox
Woking's local museum covering the town's past, industry and communities. A useful first stop for understanding the area's history.
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Woking is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Woking will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 2 trains that leave Reading for Woking every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.




The table below shows live departures for Reading to Woking trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C48467+ L78756 | On time 8:03 Reading West (RDW) | 0h51 | 8:54 Woking station (WOK) | 1 change | |
C48469+ L79347 | On time 8:28 Reading West (RDW) | 0h50 | 9:18 Woking station (WOK) | 1 change | |
G00997+ L79928 | On time 8:54 Reading station (RDG) | 0h48 | 9:42 Woking station (WOK) | 1 change | |
C48471+ L78764 | On time 9:03 Reading West (RDW) | 0h51 | 9:54 Woking station (WOK) | 1 change | |
G15093+ L79592 | On time 9:24 Reading station (RDG) | 1h02 | 10:26 Woking station (WOK) | 1 change | |
C48473+ L79934 | On time 9:37 Reading West (RDW) | 1h02 | 10:39 Woking station (WOK) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Reading to Woking run on average 9 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 46m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:43 |
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Discover the best of Woking — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Woking trip today.
Woking's local museum covering the town's past, industry and communities. A useful first stop for understanding the area's history.
A restored palace room with painted interiors and stories of Henry VIII's manor at Woking. Small but historically distinctive.
A preserved mosque mission house displaying documents and objects linked to the Shah Jahan Mosque and Muslim life in Britain.
A long-distance towpath route through Woking with waterside scenery, locks and wildlife. Good for walking or cycling at an easy pace.
A large public park with formal planting, open lawns, play areas and event space. Ideal for a relaxed walk near the town centre.
Woking's regenerated canal-side quarter with waterside paths, public art and easy walking links to shops, theatre and station.
A light sponge filled with jam and cream, named after nearby Wisley. It is a well-known Surrey county cake linked to local horticultural shows and tea rooms.
A rich fruit cake associated with Surrey, made with dried fruit, spice and often ale or brandy. It is a traditional county bake served at celebrations and with tea.
A soft white milk cheese traditionally made in Surrey. Its fresh, mild character reflects local dairy farming and it is a classic county food to try with bread or salads.
Elegant fine dining restaurant in Woking with modern British tasting menus and a polished, intimate atmosphere.
Well-known restaurant in Woking focusing on Spanish tapas, paella and sherry in a lively, sociable setting.
Smart pub and dining room serving British classics, grills and Sunday roasts in a relaxed historic setting.
Moderate for southern England: hotels and rail can be pricey, while pubs, chains and local buses keep daily visitor costs manageable.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafés and pubs: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
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Woking Railway Station -> Woking Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Woking 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 Woking, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Reading to Woking trains use the Reading to Woking station pair, with some services arriving at Worplesdon. Use this guide to compare Reading and Woking train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Reading.
ATMs are available at Reading.
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Reading West.
Ticket office support is available at Reading West.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Reading West: Parking.
Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading West: 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.
Reading Green Park is 3 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading Green Park has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading Green Park.
Woking has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Woking.
Wi-Fi is available at Woking. ATMs are available at Woking.
Ticket office support is available at Woking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Woking: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Woking: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Woking: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available outside both station entrances. Please ask a member of staff if you require assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Worplesdon is 3 km from Woking city centre. Public transport options include:
Worplesdon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi is available at Worplesdon.
Ticket office support is available at Worplesdon.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Worplesdon: Parking, WC.
Available at Worplesdon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Worplesdon: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London) via side gate (kept locked when station staffed). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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