How to get to Aldershot from Reading

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Compare train for Reading to Aldershot

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Aldershot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £14.

Distance: 27 km

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£6

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1h 14m

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49m

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Compare ways to travel from Reading to Aldershot

Compare the available ways to get from Reading to Aldershot, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Reading to Aldershot is a train with an average price of £14.
The fastest way to travel from Reading to Aldershot is by train with an average journey time of 1h 14m.
Yes, you can take a train between Reading and Aldershot.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 5m sooner (44m by train vs 49m by car). Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £6 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 Reading to Aldershot

How to get to Aldershot from Reading by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Reading to Aldershot is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Aldershot by train

The most popular day trips by train from Aldershot are London, Guildford, Winchester, Reading and Portsmouth. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Aldershot on Omio.

A view of London

Day trip from Aldershot 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.

A view of Guildford

Day trip from Aldershot to Guildford by train

Why visit Guildford for the day?

Guildford is a historic Surrey town known for its cobbled High Street, castle and riverside setting on the Wey. Its medieval character sits alongside a lively centre shaped by the University of Surrey and nearby green hills.

A view of Winchester

Day trip from Aldershot to Winchester by train

Why visit Winchester for the day?

Winchester is a historic Hampshire city known for its cathedral, medieval streets and links to King Alfred the Great. Once an Anglo-Saxon capital, it feels compact, walkable and quietly elegant.

A view of Portsmouth

Day trip from Aldershot to Portsmouth by train

Why visit Portsmouth for the day?

Portsmouth is a waterfront city on England’s south coast, known for its naval heritage and historic dockyard. Its island setting, working harbour and seafront give it a distinctly maritime character, with Old Portsmouth adding older streets and pubs.

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FAQs: Reading to Aldershot

Travel to Aldershot 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 Reading to Aldershot.

FAQs
You can travel between Reading and Aldershot by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Reading to Aldershot is a train with an average price of £14.
The fastest way to travel from Reading to Aldershot is by train with an average journey time of 1h 14m.
The Reading to Aldershot distance is approximately 27 km.
The average frequency per day from Reading to Aldershot is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Reading to Aldershot:
  • Trains mostly depart from Reading station (RDG) and arrive in Aldershot station (AHT).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Reading to Aldershot, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway to go to Aldershot by train.
Omio customers who travel from Reading to Aldershot often also extend their vacation to go to London Waterloo (WAT), Guildford, Woking, London, Byfleet & New Haw (BFN). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Aldershot and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Reading to Aldershot, you can take a train.
Aldershot is a small town that can be explored in one to two days, allowing time to visit local attractions such as the Aldershot Military Museum and explore its parks and surrounding countryside.

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