Reading to London by train
Travelling from Reading to London by train takes about 1h 02m, run by South Western Railway. A quicker option we found is bus, at 40m.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €29
- Total journey
- 1h 02m
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- South Western Railway
Omio catalogue, Sep 24 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1Reading to LondonSouth Western Railway1h 02m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Reading to London
South Western Railway runs 40 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:01 and the last at 10:39.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Western Railway | 40 | 05:01 | 10:39 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Train facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the train only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Train operators
- South Western Railway
- Timetable
- First train at 05:01, last at 10:39, 40 a day with South Western Railway.
- Good to know
- Direct train, no change on the way.
Before you travel
Which station?
The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | €38Omio catalogue, Sep 24 | 40mdirect | See Bus details |
- Bus€38Omio catalogue, Sep 2440m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Thu, Sep 24
Reading to London by train: common questions
How long does Reading to London take by train?
About 1h 02m, with no transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Reading to London?
Omio publishes €29 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the train from Reading to London?
South Western Railway. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the bus better?
The bus is faster at 40m. It is cheaper too, at €5.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Reading London train
- Reading to London by train
- train ticket Reading to London
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