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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Stansted to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €48 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €48, while a bus costs an average of €68.
Distance: 97 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€48 Average price Cheapest | €68 Average price | €22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stansted to Reading:
A train is €20 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stansted to Reading costing on average €68.
Other travel options to Reading take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 50m.
Live departures
Stansted to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 P66070+C37212 | On time 5:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h17 | 8:12 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
P66070+ G14952+C38377 | On time 5:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h57 | 7:52 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2 transfers | |
| P01069+G14934+C38394 | On time 6:05 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h06 | 8:11 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2 transfers | |
| P01069+C37221 | On time 6:05 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h21 | 8:26 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| P66093+C37231 | On time 6:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h17 | 8:42 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| P66093+W34782+C38434 | On time 6:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h01 | 8:26 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted to Reading
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Trains from Stansted to Reading run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Elizabeth line, Greater Anglia from Stansted to Reading trainsElizabeth line, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Stansted and Reading from €33. 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 Stansted to Reading
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted 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 Stansted to Reading
Most Stansted to Reading trains use the Stansted Airport to Reading station pair, with some services arriving at Reading West. Use this guide to compare Stansted and Reading train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains from Stansted 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.
Getting to Reading Green Park from Reading city centre
Reading Green Park is 3 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading Green Park train station facilities and services
Reading Green Park has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading Green Park.
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