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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Stroud among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £28, while a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 91 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£28 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Reading to Stroud, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
You'll arrive about 34m sooner (58m by train vs 1h 32m by car). Tickets start at around £28 compared to roughly £19 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.
How to get to Stroud from Reading by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Reading to Stroud is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Stroud are Cheltenham, Gloucester, Bristol, Bath and Cardiff. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Stroud on Omio.
Cheltenham is a Regency spa town known for elegant architecture, garden squares and a lively festival calendar. It is especially associated with jump racing and the Cheltenham Festival, balanced by a refined town-centre atmosphere.
Gloucester is known for its great cathedral and restored Victorian docks on the River Severn. Medieval streets, rugby culture and waterside museums give the city a practical West Country character.
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.
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.
Cardiff is a compact capital known for Welsh culture, Cardiff Castle and the energy of the Principality Stadium. Victorian arcades, civic landmarks and Cardiff Bay give it a character that feels both historic and modern.
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However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Reading and Stroud as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
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