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The cheapest and fastest trains from Redhill to Reading
Showing times and prices for 02 Dec
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
61 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Redhill to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Redhill to Reading will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Redhill for Reading 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 61 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 52 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.
04:301h23
Redhill05:53Reading
£151One-way
0 changes
09:101h17
Redhill10:27Reading
£241One-way
0 changes
05:141h19
Redhill06:33Reading
£241One-way
0 changes
07:481h52
Redhill09:40Reading
£551One-way
0 changes
09:101h17
Redhill10:27Reading
£241One-way
0 changes
05:141h19
Redhill06:33Reading
£241One-way
0 changes
04:301h23
Redhill05:53Reading
£151One-way
0 changes
07:481h52
Redhill09:40Reading
£551One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Redhill to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Redhill to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 61 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£44 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Redhill to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Redhill to Reading trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 05:08
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:48 Redhill | 1h52 | 09:40 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 2 December | |||||
| 04:30 Redhill | 1h23 | 05:53 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Redhill to Reading
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Redhill to Reading run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 61 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 61 km |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 00:19 |
Last train 23:35 |
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: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, Thameslink, first_great_western, Southern from Redhill to Reading trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway, Thameslink, first_great_western, Southern trains will get you between Redhill and Reading from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
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 17m
Cheapest Price
£13
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
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 52m
Cheapest Price
£56
Thameslink frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 11m
Cheapest Price
£46
first_great_western frequency
12 a day
Southern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 52m
Cheapest Price
£51
Southern frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Redhill to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Redhill to Reading 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 Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully explore Reading's attractions, two to three days are ideal.
Yes, a day trip from Redhill to Reading is feasible. The journey takes 1h 19m and covers 61 km. Trains run 8 times per day.
The train journey from Redhill to Reading offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the English countryside interspersed with glimpses of local towns and villages. While not the most scenic route in the UK, passengers can still enjoy patches of green fields and wooded areas along the way.
The cheapest way to get from Redhill to Reading is by train, costing approximately £15.
The train distance from Redhill to Reading is 61 km.
Booking trains from Redhill to Reading in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Redhill to Reading departs at 23:35.
Yes, there is a direct train between Redhill and Reading. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by first_great_western.
The train journey from Redhill to Reading covers a distance of 61 km and takes approximately 1h 19m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train station in Redhill that goes to Reading is Redhill station (RDH), and it arrives at Reading station (RDG).
There is no night train service from Redhill to Reading.
The first train from Redhill to Reading leaves at 0:19.
Trains from Redhill to Reading run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Redhill to Reading.
Yes, you can take the train from Redhill to Reading.
To get from Redhill to Reading, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cost of a train ticket from Redhill to Reading can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £44.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Redhill and Reading
Redhill
Reading
The major train station for departures in Redhill is Earlswood (Surrey). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Earlswood (Surrey) for your trip from Redhill to Reading.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:35 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Level access to platform 1 (towards London). Steps to platform 2 (towards Gatwick). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Waiting room, Platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1 and an unheated shelter on platform 2
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiParking
Dining
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 22:35 Sunday 06:50 - 21:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms iva lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 0, 1, 2 and 3
- National key toilets: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on all platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Two-tier cycle storage at station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Reading is Reading. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Reading for your journey to Reading from Redhill.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost 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.
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