The cheapest and fastest trains from Upminster to Reading
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
1 h 34 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Upminster to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Upminster to Reading will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 1 trains that leave Upminster 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 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 34 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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Journey information
Overview: Train from Upminster to Reading
Take a train from Upminster to Reading and enjoy the approximately 86 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 19:33.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Trains per day 6 |
First train 04:35 |
Last train 19:33 |
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FAQs: Upminster to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Upminster 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Upminster and Reading
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:00 Saturday 06:15 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: Doddle and WH Smith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Lifts are available from street level to platforms 1, 2/3 & 4/5 Step free access is not available to/from platform 6 (trains towards Romford). Local TfL Buses are available to Emerson Park and Romford for those who cannot access Platform 6.
- 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: Entrance to station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop E on the Station Approach adjacent to platform 1
- Metro: District Line from Platforms 3, 4 & 5
- 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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