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Reading Museum
Reading’s main museum explores local history, archaeology, and art. Best known for the Victorian copy of the Bayeux Tapestry.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£35
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
59 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 5 m
Trains on 18 Sept
14
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stratford to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stratford to Reading will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
To travel from Stratford to Reading you need to make at least one change.
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Tube from Stratford (London) to London Waterloo
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C38304Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stratford to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 67 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£34 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stratford to Reading:
A coach is £23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stratford to Reading costing on average £34.
Other travel options to Reading take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 23m.
You'll arrive about 38m sooner (1h 7m by train vs 1h 45m by car). Tickets start at around £34 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Stratford to Reading trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:16 Stratford | 1h00 | 11:16 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
G14950+ C36921 | 5:46 Maryland (MYL) | 1h05 | 6:51 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
G14950+ C36921 | 5:49 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h02 | 6:51 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
G58976+ L80583 | 5:52 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 2h19 | 8:11 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
L80583+ Tube from Stratford (London) to London Waterloo | 5:55 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 2h16 | 8:11 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
W35415+ C38304 | 5:56 Maryland (MYL) | 1h15 | 7:11 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
P85310+ L80583+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Vauxhall | 5:58 Stratford International (SFA) | 2h13 | 8:11 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
G58980+ L80591 | 6:05 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 2h38 | 8:43 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
W35415+ C38321 | 6:08 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h03 | 7:11 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
Y15412+ C37320 | 6:16 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h59 | 7:15 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Stratford to Reading run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 67 km distance in 42m.
Distance 67 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Reading — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Reading trip today.
Reading’s main museum explores local history, archaeology, and art. Best known for the Victorian copy of the Bayeux Tapestry.
Small museum beside the abbey ruins with exhibits on Reading’s medieval abbey. Good for context before walking the historic quarter.
University museum covering farming, countryside life, and design. Engaging displays make it a distinctive and family-friendly visit.
Large riverside park with formal gardens, open lawns, and abbey remains. Ideal for relaxing walks close to the town centre.
Traffic-free shopping street at the heart of Reading. A practical and lively route linking major shops, historic lanes, and public spaces.
Riverside walking area along the Thames near Caversham Bridge. Visit for benches, water views, and an easy stroll near the centre.
Berkshire pork sausages are a long-standing county staple, prized for well-seasoned local pork and often served with mash in traditional pubs.
Spotted dick is a classic steamed suet pudding with dried fruit, commonly served with custard and strongly associated with traditional English cooking.
Summer pudding is a Berkshire favourite in berry season, made by lining bread with soft fruit and juice for a bright, old-fashioned local dessert.
Refined modern British dining in elegant surroundings, known for carefully plated tasting-style dishes and polished service.
Traditional pub by the Thames serving British classics, Sunday roasts and local drinks in a relaxed historic setting.
Popular central Reading restaurant specialising in well-cooked steaks, grills and hearty sides in a lively contemporary space.
Moderate for England: hotels are often cheaper than London, but dining, drinks and rail fares still add up for visitors.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Reading Station -> Reading Station, Reading
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford 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.

Most Stratford to Reading trains use the Stratford (London) to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare Stratford and Reading train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stratford (London) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stratford (London).
Wi-Fi is available at Stratford (London). ATMs are available at Stratford (London).
Ticket office support is available at Stratford (London). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234.
Available at Stratford (London): Parking, WC.
Available at Stratford (London): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford (London): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Maryland has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Maryland.
Wi-Fi is available at Maryland.
Ticket office support is available at Maryland. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maryland: Parking, WC.
Available at Maryland: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maryland: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 1&2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: An accessible ticket machine is located within the stations ticket hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Stratford International has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stratford International.
ATMs are available at Stratford International.
Ticket office support is available at Stratford International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Textphone 0800 783 4548, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stratford International: Parking, WC.
Available at Stratford International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access to all platforms via lifts.Pedestrian access to the international station from the regional station either via Westfield shopping centre or the roadway to the second entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options are available at Reading.
ATMs are available at Reading.
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
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