4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Reading
Cheapest price
€43
Average price
€74
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Reading will cost around €74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
Of the 18 trains that leave Bristol for Reading on Thu, Dec 04, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct trains cover the 113 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €24, and a bus costs an average of €48.
Distance: 113 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€54 Average price Cheapest | €59 Average price |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Reading trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P08172 | On time 7:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h09 | 8:39 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P08173 | On time 8:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h10 | 9:10 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C23374+P08476 | On time 8:01 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h16 | 9:17 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| P08174 | On time 8:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h09 | 9:39 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C23655+P08477 | On time 8:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h12 | 9:45 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| P08175 | On time 9:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h14 | 10:14 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C23378+P08478 | On time 9:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h08 | 10:08 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, December 4 | |||||
| P08468 | On time 5:10 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h54 | 7:04 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P08957 · P08472 | On time 6:08 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h10 | 7:18 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| P08170 | On time 6:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h10 | 7:40 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C23650+P08473 | On time 6:32 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h16 | 7:48 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| P08268 · P08474 | On time 7:07 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h16 | 8:23 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Reading
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Reading run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 113 km distance in 57m.
Distance 113 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:52 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Bristol to Reading trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol and Reading from €24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
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The trains between Bristol and Reading begin just before 5:00 a.m. and end just after 10:30 p.m. It takes around one hour to go from Bristol to Reading and there are two trains offered per hour. Peak time is from 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. During the weekends there are some variations regarding time of departure and frequency, so passengers are advised to check ahead. Most of the trains are direct but in some cases passengers will have to change trains in Swindon Station. First Great Western is the main provider for this connection.
Bristol
In Bristol visitors will not only see a wide variety when it comes to architectural styles but also several world class attractions. Bristol Museum and Art Gallery presents itself with 19 galleries over three floors and tells the story of our world in every display. Other attractions worth visiting are At-Bristol science centre, Bristol Zoo Gardens and Clifton Suspension Bridge For a rural getaway, a visit to Britain's biggest gorge is mandatory. Cheddar Gorge's cliffs rise up 450ft and below are stalactite caverns.
Reading
Apart from the oldest popular music festival, people visiting Reading will be able to visit different museums such as the Museum of Reading, containing a full-size replica of the Bayeaux Tapestry and galleries relating to Huntley and Palmers. At Blake's Lock, visitors will find the small Riverside Museum that tells the story of the Kennet and Thames river. For aviation enthusiasts, the Museum of Berkshire Aviation is worth visiting.
FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Reading
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Bristol Temple Meads, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Reading, located 0.2 miles (415 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Reading
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Located on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre
ParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside station on either side of Church Road
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Reading: Bus Stop on Oxford Road under Railway Bridge. Heading away from Reading Bus Stop on Oxford Road, outside McDonalds.
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 12:55 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C - This station does not have step free access to operational platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please call our free help line for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2/3
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent entrance to station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses starting/terminate at Tilehurst: Station forecourt All other buses: A329 Oxford Road bus stops near the station
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