Worthing to Reading train with Great Western Railway

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  • Southern
    7:053h03
    Worthing
    10:08Reading
    £611One-way
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Compare train and coach for Worthing to Reading

The cheapest option from Worthing to Reading is coach, with an average price of £50. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Worthing to Reading among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

Distance: 83 km

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Coach

£56

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£50

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2h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest option

2h 18m

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30m

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3h 49m

Average total duration

3h 19m

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30m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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National Express

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Great Western Railway as well as Southern offer trains services from Worthing to Reading.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Worthing to Reading

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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Worthing to Reading, including direct trains, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £50 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 02:24, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 83 km distance in 2h 37m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £50
Distance
83 km
Average train duration
2h 18m
Lowest ticket price
£53
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 37m
First train
2:24
Last train
23:33
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Best time to book
6 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £50

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Southern from Worthing to Reading trainsGreat Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between Worthing and Reading from £50. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

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 55m
Cheapest Price
£53
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

Southern

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 17m
Cheapest Price
£58
Southern frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Worthing to Reading train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Worthing 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.

FAQs
The train distance from Worthing to Reading is 83 km.
The first train from Worthing to Reading leaves at 2:24.
The last train from Worthing to Reading departs at 23:33.
Trains from Worthing to Reading run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Worthing to Reading.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Worthing to Reading.
To get from Worthing to Reading, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Worthing to Reading.
The train station in Worthing that goes to Reading is Worthing station (WRH), and it arrives at Reading station (RDG).
Booking trains from Worthing to Reading in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Worthing to Reading is not particularly known for its scenic views, as it primarily travels through urban and suburban areas, with occasional glimpses of the countryside.
To fully explore Reading's attractions, two to three days are ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Worthing to Reading.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Worthing and Reading

Most Worthing to Reading trains use the Worthing to Reading station pair, with some services arriving at Reading West. Use this guide to compare Worthing and Reading train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Worthing
Arrival train stations in Reading

Which Worthing station do trains to Reading leave from?

Trains from Worthing to Reading leave from Worthing. The station is 1 km from Worthing city centre at Worthing station, Railway Approach, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1UR.
WorthingWorthing station, Railway Approach, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1URParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking

Worthing train station facilities and services

Worthing has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Worthing.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Worthing.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Worthing: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Worthing: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Worthing: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Goring-by-SeaGoring-by-Sea station, Goring Street, Goring-by-sea, West Sussex, BN12 6NTParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Goring-by-Sea from Worthing city centre

Goring-by-Sea is 1 km from Worthing city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainBrighton - Littlehampton, London Victoria - Bognor Regis, London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour, London Victoria - Littlehampton, Brighton - Portsmouth Harbour, Haywards Heath - Littlehampton, Brighton - Southampton Central, Brighton - Chichester, Brighton - Bognor Regis, London Victoria - Chichester, Brighton - Portsmouth & Southsea, London Bridge - Littlehampton, London Victoria - Barnham, Worthing - Littlehampton, Brighton - Angmering, London Victoria - Angmering, Haywards Heath - Angmering · 7m · £2 · every ~7 min
Bus701 · 17m · £2 · every ~13 min
8 · 20m · £4 · every ~2 min

Goring-by-Sea train station facilities and services

Goring-by-Sea has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Goring-by-Sea.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Goring-by-Sea: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Goring-by-Sea: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Goring-by-Sea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Ramps below 400m Short steep ramps (below 400m and less than 1:10 gradient) to platforms. Interchange via level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

West WorthingWest Worthing station, Tarring Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 4SR+44 345 127 2920ParkingTaxisAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to West Worthing from Worthing city centre

West Worthing is 1 km from Worthing city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainBrighton - Littlehampton, London Victoria - Bognor Regis, London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour, London Victoria - Littlehampton, Brighton - Portsmouth Harbour, Haywards Heath - Littlehampton, Brighton - Southampton Central, Brighton - Chichester, Brighton - West Worthing, Brighton - Bognor Regis, London Victoria - Chichester, Brighton - Portsmouth & Southsea, London Bridge - Littlehampton, London Victoria - Barnham, Worthing - Littlehampton, Brighton - Angmering, London Victoria - Angmering, Haywards Heath - Angmering · 2m · £0.89 · every ~8 min
Bus10 · 6m · £2 · every ~5 min

West Worthing train station facilities and services

West Worthing has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at West Worthing.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at West Worthing: Parking, Taxis.

Bike and car services

Available at West Worthing: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at West Worthing: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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