4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Richmond to Reading
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Richmond to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Richmond to Reading will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 1 trains that leave Richmond for Reading every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 46 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.
22:361h05Richmond23:41Reading£161One-way0 changes
- 22:361h05Richmond23:41Reading£161One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Richmond to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 46 km
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1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Richmond to Reading
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Trains from Richmond to Reading run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 46 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Richmond to Reading trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Richmond and Reading from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
FAQs: Richmond to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Richmond and Reading
Most Richmond to Reading trains use the Richmond to Reading station pair, with some services arriving at Reading Green Park. Use this guide to compare Richmond and Reading train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Richmond station do trains to Reading leave from?
Getting to Richmond from Richmond city centre
Richmond train station facilities and services
Richmond has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Richmond.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Richmond. ATMs are available at Richmond.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Richmond.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Richmond: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Richmond: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Richmond: 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 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.
Getting to North Sheen from Richmond city centre
North Sheen is 1 km from Richmond city centre. Public transport options include:
North Sheen train station facilities and services
North Sheen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at North Sheen.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at North Sheen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at North Sheen.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at North Sheen: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at North Sheen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Which Reading station do trains from Richmond arrive at?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
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.
Getting to Reading Green Park from Reading city centre
Reading Green Park is 3 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading Green Park train station facilities and services
Reading Green Park has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading Green Park.
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