The cheapest and fastest trains from Didcot to Reading
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€12
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€12
Fastest journey on Sep 18
25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
25 m
Trains on Sep 18
1
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Didcot to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Didcot to Reading will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 1 trains from Didcot to Reading, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 25 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.
8:14 AM0h25Didcot8:39 AMReading€121One-way0 transfers
8:14 AM0h25Didcot8:39 AMReading€121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Didcot to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Didcot to Reading 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 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €14, while a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 25 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Live departures
Didcot to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Didcot to Reading trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:14 AM Didcot | 0h25 | 9:39 AM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:46 PM Didcot | 0h12 | 2:58 PM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Didcot to Reading by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Didcot to Reading
Trains from Didcot to Reading run on average 8 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 24m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Didcot to Reading trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Didcot and Reading from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Didcot to Reading
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Didcot 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Didcot to Reading
Most Didcot to Reading trains use the Didcot Parkway to Reading station pair, with some services arriving at Reading West. Use this guide to compare Didcot and Reading train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Didcot station do trains to Reading leave from?
Getting to Didcot Parkway from Didcot city centre
Didcot Parkway train station facilities and services
Didcot Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Didcot Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Didcot Parkway. ATMs are available at Didcot Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Didcot Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Didcot Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Didcot Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Didcot Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts. Platform 1 can be accessed via ramp to the front of the station. 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 public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Reading station do trains from Didcot arrive at?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: 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.
Getting to Reading West from Reading city centre
Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading West train station facilities and services
Reading West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading West.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading West: 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.
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