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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dartford to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £38, while a coach costs an average of £45.
Distance: 83 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Dartford to Reading, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Dartford to Reading:
A train is £7 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Dartford to Reading costing on average £45.
Other travel options to Reading take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 59m.
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (1h 16m by train vs 1h 32m by car). Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £17 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.
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The most popular day trips by train from Reading are London, Oxford, Bath, Bristol and Windsor. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Reading on Omio.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.
Bath is known for its Roman Baths, graceful Georgian architecture and links to Jane Austen. Its compact centre feels elegant yet lively, with historic streets, independent shops and a long-standing spa culture.
Bristol is known for its maritime past, inventive culture and distinctive street art. Around the harbourside and Clifton, historic landmarks and a strong independent scene give the city an energetic but relaxed feel.
Windsor is a historic Thames-side town known for Windsor Castle and its strong royal identity. Its compact centre, riverside setting and nearby parkland give it a refined but approachable character.
Travel 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 Dartford to Reading.
This is compared to other travel options from Dartford to Reading:
A train is £7 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Dartford to Reading costing on average £45.
Other travel options to Reading take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 59m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dartford and Reading as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
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