The cheapest and fastest trains from Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) to Reading station (RDG)
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) to Reading station (RDG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) to Reading station (RDG) will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
Of the 1 trains that leave Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) for Reading station (RDG) 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 97 km distance in an average of 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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 train and coach for Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) to Reading station (RDG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) to Reading station (RDG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £58. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £58, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 97 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£62 Average Price | £60 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) to Reading station (RDG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) to Reading station (RDG) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W08237+ C90769+ C72473 | On time 08:08 Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) | 2h34 | 10:42 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
W08237+ C90775+ C75197 | On time 08:08 Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) | 3h00 | 11:08 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
C91420+ C72476 | On time 09:31 Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) | 2h11 | 11:42 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
W08257+ C90782+ C72479 | On time 10:06 Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) | 2h36 | 12:42 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
C91423+ C72481 | On time 11:31 Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) | 2h11 | 13:42 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) to Reading station (RDG) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) to Reading station (RDG)
Trains from Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) to Reading station (RDG) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:31, the last at 11:05. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 07:31 |
Last train 11:05 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains from Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) to Reading station (RDG) trainsCrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) and Reading station (RDG) from £42. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) to Reading station (RDG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) to Reading station (RDG) 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 station (RDG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV) and Reading station (RDG)
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 18:00 Friday 07:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 18:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Red Line Taxis (Wheelchair Access) 017889 777365
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located at the front of the station.
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 07:00-18:30 and Sunday 10:00-16:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: north of Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: In Station Drive
- 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


