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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Slough to Reading
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Slough to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Slough to Reading will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 5 trains that leave Slough 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 27 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 25 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Slough to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Slough to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 27 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Slough to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Slough to Reading trains for tomorrow, Friday 6 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:39 Slough | 0h21 | 07:00 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:56 Slough | 0h22 | 07:18 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:17 Slough | 0h25 | 08:42 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:33 Slough | 0h25 | 08:58 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Tfl Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Rail, Elizabeth Line or first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Slough to Reading.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Slough to Reading
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Trains from Slough to Reading run on average 8 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 16m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Tfl Rail, Great Western Rail, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western from Slough to Reading trainsTfl Rail, Great Western Rail, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western trains will get you between Slough and Reading from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Slough to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Slough 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 Slough and Reading
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is via Brunel Way.
- The Moon and Spoon
- The Red Lion
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Holiday Inn Slough - Windsor
- Moxy Slough
- Travelodge Slough
- Located in the main hall
- 36 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to London and Reading
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: Great Western Railway services
- Bus: Several local bus services available
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental- 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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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