How to get to Reading from Ealing Broadway (EAL)

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Compare train and coach for Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, while a coach costs an average of £37.

Distance: 47 km

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£23

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£37

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£10

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1h 15m

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45m

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30m

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2h 22m

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1h 52m

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58m

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Compare ways to travel from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading

Compare the available ways to get from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading is a train with an average price of £23.

This is compared to other travel options from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading:

A train is £14 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading costing on average £37.

The fastest way to travel from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading is by train with an average journey time of 1h 15m.

Other travel options to Reading take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ealing Broadway (EAL) and Reading including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 13m sooner (45m by train vs 58m by car). Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £10 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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from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading

How to get to Reading from Ealing Broadway (EAL) by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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  • National Express
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Best day trips from Reading by train

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.

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Day trip from Reading to London by train

Why visit London for the day?

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.

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Day trip from Reading to Oxford by train

Why visit Oxford for the day?

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.

A view of Bath

Day trip from Reading to Bath by train

Why visit Bath for the day?

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.

A view of Bristol

Day trip from Reading to Bristol by train

Why visit Bristol for the day?

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.

A view of Windsor

Day trip from Reading to Windsor by train

Why visit Windsor for the day?

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.

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FAQs: Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading

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 Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading.

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There are 2 options to travel between Ealing Broadway (EAL) and Reading including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading is a train with an average price of £23.

This is compared to other travel options from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading:

A train is £14 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading costing on average £37.

The fastest way to travel from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading is by train with an average journey time of 1h 15m.

Other travel options to Reading take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 22m.

The Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading distance is approximately 47 km.
The average frequency per day from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading is:
  • Around 31 coaches per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ealing Broadway (EAL) and Reading as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway to go to Reading by train.
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Reading by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct trains per day with Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway.
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading often also extend their vacation to go to London Paddington (PAD), London, Oxford, Oxford station (OXF), London Liverpool Street (LST). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Reading and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Reading, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
To fully explore Reading's attractions, two to three days are ideal.

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