Weymouth to Reading train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Weymouth to Reading

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£27

Average price

£27

Fastest journey

2 h 46 m

Average duration

2 h 46 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

140 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Weymouth to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Weymouth to Reading will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Weymouth 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 140 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 46 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 46 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.

CrossCountry
09:202h46
Weymouth
12:06Reading
£271One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Weymouth to Reading

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Weymouth to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £34, and a coach costs an average of £50.

Distance: 140 km

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Coach

£48

Average Price

Cheapest

£60

Average Price

3h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 58m

Average total duration

4h 28m

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30m

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Live departures

Weymouth to Reading train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:49
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
cross_country04:55 Weymouth
3h16
08:11 Reading0 changesdirect
great_western08:32 Weymouth
3h12
11:44 Reading0 changesdirect
great_western16:28 Weymouth
2h26
18:54 Reading0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Weymouth to Reading

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Trains from Weymouth to Reading run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
140 km
Average train duration
2h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£34
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 34m
First train
05:19
Last train
21:52
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway from Weymouth to Reading trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway trains will get you between Weymouth and Reading from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 26m
Cheapest Price
£51
Great Western Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest Price
£34
South Western Railway frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

FAQs: Weymouth to Reading train

FAQs: Travel by train from Weymouth to Reading easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Weymouth to Reading.
FAQs
Booking trains from Weymouth to Reading in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Weymouth to Reading can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £34, while the average price tends to be around £48.
To get from Weymouth to Reading, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Weymouth to Reading is 140 km.
The cheapest way to get from Weymouth to Reading is by train, costing approximately £34.
The train journey from Weymouth to Reading covers a distance of 140 km and takes approximately 2h 34m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train station in Weymouth that goes to Reading is Weymouth station (WEY), and it arrives at Reading station (RDG).
The first train from Weymouth to Reading leaves at 5:19.
The last train from Weymouth to Reading departs at 21:52.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Weymouth to Reading.
Trains from Weymouth to Reading run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Weymouth to Reading.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Weymouth to Reading.
There is no night train service from Weymouth to Reading.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Weymouth and Reading

Weymouth
Reading
The major train station for departures in Weymouth is Upwey. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Upwey for your trip from Weymouth to Reading.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Upwey
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Littlemoor Road, Jestys Avenue Bus Stops
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:05 Saturday 06:10 - 18:05 Sunday 08:40 - 18:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Coaches
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilets are located in the Main Station Building opposite the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected] The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Weymouth
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt off King Street (A353)

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