London to Reading train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Reading

Showing times and prices for Jul 18

Cheapest price

€15

Average price

€33

Fastest journey

23 m

Average duration

23 m

Trains per day

111

Distance

59 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Reading will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.

Fast trains

Of the 111 trains that leave London for Reading on Sat, Jul 18, 101 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jul 18 the direct trains cover the 59 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .

On Sat, Jul 18 the slowest trains will take 23 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.

  • South Western RailwayL80886
    11:18 PM1h23
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    12:41 AMReading station (RDG)
    151One-way
    0 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL80899+SouthernC22190
    11:40 PM1h24
    London Victoria (VIC)
    1:04 AMReading station (RDG)
    151One-way
    1 transfer
  • South Western RailwayL80886+SouthernG27727
    11:11 PM1h30
    London Victoria (VIC)
    12:41 AMReading station (RDG)
    151One-way
    1 transfer
  • South Western RailwayL80774
    5:18 PM1h25
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    6:43 PMReading station (RDG)
    191One-way
    0 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL80774+SouthernG27661
    5:11 PM1h32
    London Victoria (VIC)
    6:43 PMReading station (RDG)
    191One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London to Reading

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. 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 €14, and a bus costs an average of €10.

Distance: 59 km

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Bus

€28

Average price

Cheapest

€40

Average price

1h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

55m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 6m

Average total duration

1h 36m

Onboard

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30m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.1kg

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Live departures

London to Reading train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Reading trains for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western RailwayW347195:00 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
5:23 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG149425:05 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
5:28 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayV147935:08 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h28
5:36 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG27660+South Western RailwayL80772
On time
5:11 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h38
6:49 PM Reading station (RDG)
1 transfer
Elizabeth lineC372525:15 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h51
6:06 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL807725:18 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h31
6:49 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW347266:01 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
6:24 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW350966:08 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h26
6:34 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG27672+South Western RailwayL807906:11 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h33
7:44 PM Reading station (RDG)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG149446:12 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
6:35 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC371596:15 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h51
7:06 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL807906:18 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h26
7:44 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC371616:20 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h54
7:14 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW349516:20 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h34
6:54 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC01016
On time
6:23 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h26
6:49 PM Reading station (RDG)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW350826:34 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
6:57 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG149866:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
6:59 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26974+South Western RailwayL80885
On time
11:08 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h34
12:42 AM Reading station (RDG)
1 transfer
South Western RailwayL8088511:18 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h24
12:42 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34752
On time
11:32 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h30
12:02 AM Reading station (RDG)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3495511:37 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h45
12:22 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG27270+South Western RailwayL80898
On time
11:40 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h24
1:04 AM Reading station (RDG)
1 transfer
South Western RailwayL8089811:48 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h16
1:04 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Saturday, July 18
Great Western RailwayC049996:00 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
6:23 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC481986:08 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h36
6:44 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG27536+South Western RailwayL805796:11 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h32
7:43 AM Reading station (RDG)1 transfer
Elizabeth lineC371856:16 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h54
7:10 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL805796:18 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h25
7:43 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW346056:19 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
6:42 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW346718:00 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
8:23 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW351038:06 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h25
8:31 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC482068:08 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h37
8:45 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG27554+South Western RailwayL806118:11 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h32
9:43 AM Reading station (RDG)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC421748:16 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h24
8:40 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC372328:17 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h54
9:11 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL806118:18 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h25
9:43 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW348668:20 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h24
8:44 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC421868:30 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
8:53 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC422818:32 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
8:55 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC482088:38 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h36
9:14 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG27559+South Western RailwayL806208:41 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h30
10:11 AM Reading station (RDG)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW347568:46 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h25
9:11 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC372438:47 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h54
9:41 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL806208:48 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h23
10:11 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY154188:52 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h24
9:16 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW346769:00 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
9:23 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW351089:05 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h25
9:30 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC482109:08 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h37
9:45 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG27565+South Western RailwayL806299:11 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h32
10:43 AM Reading station (RDG)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW346159:13 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h24
9:37 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC372539:17 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h55
10:12 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL806299:18 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h25
10:43 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW348709:22 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
9:45 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW350669:32 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
9:55 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC482129:37 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h39
10:16 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG27571+South Western RailwayL806389:41 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h30
11:11 AM Reading station (RDG)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW347589:46 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h25
10:11 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC372649:47 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h54
10:41 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL806389:48 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h23
11:11 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY154009:50 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
10:13 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3511210:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h27
10:30 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC4821410:08 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h37
10:45 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG27577+South Western RailwayL8064810:11 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h32
11:43 AM Reading station (RDG)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC4217510:14 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h24
10:38 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC3715710:17 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h54
11:11 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL8064810:18 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h25
11:43 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3487510:22 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
10:45 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC4821610:38 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h36
11:14 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG27583+South Western RailwayL8065710:41 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h30
12:11 PM Reading station (RDG)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC4220310:42 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h24
11:06 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3476210:46 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h26
11:12 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC3716910:47 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h54
11:41 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL8065710:48 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h23
12:11 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY1542010:52 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
11:15 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3511611:05 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h25
11:30 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC4821811:08 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h36
11:44 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3462111:13 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
11:36 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC3718411:17 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h54
12:11 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL8066611:18 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h25
12:43 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3488011:23 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
11:46 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC4218911:30 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
11:53 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3507011:32 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
11:55 AM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC4822011:38 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h36
12:14 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC3719511:48 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h54
12:42 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL8067511:48 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h23
1:11 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY1540311:50 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
12:13 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3469212:00 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
12:23 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3512012:06 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h25
12:31 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC4822312:08 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h36
12:44 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3462512:16 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
12:39 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL8068412:18 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h25
1:43 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC3720812:18 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h54
1:12 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC4224412:22 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
12:45 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC4219012:30 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
12:53 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3507212:32 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
12:55 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC4822512:38 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h36
1:14 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3476412:46 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h25
1:11 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC3722212:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h54
1:42 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL8069312:48 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h25
2:13 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY1542212:53 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
1:16 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC421911:00 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h24
1:24 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW351241:05 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h25
1:30 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC482281:08 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h36
1:44 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC421761:13 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h24
1:37 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL807021:18 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h25
2:43 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC372341:18 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h54
2:12 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW348901:22 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
1:45 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC421921:30 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
1:53 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW350741:32 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
1:55 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC482301:38 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h36
2:14 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayV010901:46 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h25
2:11 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL807111:48 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h23
3:11 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC372451:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h54
2:42 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY154241:50 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
2:13 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW347022:00 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
2:23 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW351282:05 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h25
2:30 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC482332:08 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h36
2:44 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW346312:15 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h23
2:38 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC372572:18 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0h54
3:12 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL807202:18 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h25
3:43 PM Reading station (RDG)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Reading

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Trains from London to Reading run on average 11 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.

There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 59 km distance in 24m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €10
Distance
59 km
Average train duration
55m
Cheapest ticket price
€14
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
11
Fastest train
24m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:58 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €10

Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) from London to Reading trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London and Reading from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
24m
Cheapest Price
€23
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Price
€14
South Western Railway frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

Elizabeth line

About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
€20
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone

Elizabeth Line (TfL)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
53m
Cheapest Price
€24
Elizabeth Line (TfL) frequency
6 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
23m
Cheapest Price
€40
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
38 a day

FAQs: Trains from London to Reading

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London to Reading can start from as little as €14 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Reading is €28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from London to Reading is 24m to travel the 59 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from London to Reading leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from London to Reading leaves at 11:58 PM.
Yes,there are 11 direct trains a day from London to Reading with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from London to Reading, you can count on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) for the best way to get you to Reading. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between London and Reading and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Reading from London is worth doing with a journey time of 24m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from London to Reading is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Reading including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London to Reading

Most London to Reading trains use the London Paddington to Reading station pair, with some services arriving at Reading West. Use this guide to compare London and Reading train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Reading
London PaddingtonPraed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Paddington from London city centre

TrainElizabeth · 7m · €2 · every ~21 min
BusN118, N18 · 21m · €4 · every ~6 min
36 · 31m · €23 · every ~29 min
N205 · 32m · €4 · every ~2 min
46 · 1h 22m · €2 · every ~19 min
SubwayBakerloo · 12m · €4 · every ~65 min

London Paddington train station facilities and services

London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.

London WaterlooLondon Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre

London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus139 · 10m · €2 · every ~27 min
SubwayNorthern · 3m · €1 · every ~86 min

London Waterloo train station facilities and services

London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 station, Inner Ring Road, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 1WDWifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainElizabeth, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 4, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5 · 21m · €35 · every ~3 min
Elizabeth · 41m · €17 · every ~8 min
BusUkn14, Ukn02, Uk043, Uk042, Ukn23, Ukxn10, Ukn49 · 50m · €2 · every ~1 min
Ukxn10 · 50m · €3 · every ~1 min
Ukxn10 · 50m · €3 · every ~1 min
N9 · 1h 11m · €2 · every ~4 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 47m · €21 · every ~27 min

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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