The cheapest and fastest trains from Shalford to Reading
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
46 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shalford to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shalford to Reading will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 5 trains that leave Shalford for Reading every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 47 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.
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Live departures
Shalford to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Shalford to Reading trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 25 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:56 Shalford (surrey) | 0h55 | 06:51 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:16 Shalford (surrey) | 0h59 | 08:15 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:08 Shalford (surrey) | 0h53 | 09:01 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:38 Shalford (surrey) | 0h52 | 09:30 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:10 Shalford (surrey) | 0h47 | 09:57 Reading | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Shalford to Reading by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shalford to Reading
Trains from Shalford to Reading run on average 4 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 45m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 23:15 |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, first_great_western from Shalford to Reading trainsGreat Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Shalford and Reading from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Shalford to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shalford 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 Shalford and Reading
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 station - “Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street." Ramped access to Redhill platform. Inter platform access via stepped footbridge or highway (approx 230 metres). 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 car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please call our free help line for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stops on Horsham Road. Buses or terminating at Shalford use the station carpark.
- 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
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
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