How much does a cheap train ticket from London to Reading cost?

The average train ticket price from London to Reading is $49. The best way to find cheap train tickets from London to Reading is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the trip from London to Reading?

A train trip between London and Reading is around 49m, although the fastest train will take about 21m. This is the time it takes to travel the 59 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between London and Reading?

The number of trains from London to Reading can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 45. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from London to Reading by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from London to Reading?

When taking the train from London to Reading, you can travel comfortably and safely with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Elizabeth Line.

Train London to Reading from $42

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Reading on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:08pm	London Paddington	31m	3:39pm	Twyford	Cheapest
Train	3:00pm	London Paddington	23m	3:23pm	Reading	Fastest
Train	3:08pm	Wimbledon	1h 35m	4:43pm	Reading	No tags
Train	3:26pm	Ealing Broadway	44m	4:10pm	Reading	No tags
Train	3:00pm	London Paddington	23m	3:23pm	Reading	No tags

Next departures for London to Reading on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	47m	7:47am	Twyford	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	23m	7:23am	Reading	Fastest
Train	3:08pm	Wimbledon	1h 35m	4:43pm	Reading	No tags
Train	7:11am	Ealing Broadway	44m	7:55am	Reading	No tags
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	23m	7:23am	Reading	No tags

Next departures for London to Reading on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	47m	7:47am	Twyford	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	23m	7:23am	Reading	Fastest
Train	3:08pm	Wimbledon	1h 35m	4:43pm	Reading	No tags
Train	7:11am	Ealing Broadway	44m	7:55am	Reading	No tags
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	23m	7:23am	Reading	No tags

Next departures for London to Reading on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:08am	London Paddington	29m	7:37am	Twyford	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	23m	7:23am	Reading	Fastest
Train	7:40am	Wimbledon	1h 33m	9:13am	Reading	No tags
Train	7:26am	Ealing Broadway	45m	8:11am	Reading	No tags
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	23m	7:23am	Reading	No tags

Next departures for London to Reading on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:38am	London Paddington	38m	8:16am	Twyford	Cheapest
Train	8:04am	London Paddington	23m	8:27am	Reading	Fastest
Train	7:31am	Wimbledon	1h 34m	9:05am	Reading	No tags
Train	7:00am	Ealing Broadway	41m	7:41am	Reading	No tags
Train	7:38am	London Paddington	51m	8:29am	Reading	No tags

Next departures for London to Reading on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	47m	7:47am	Twyford	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	23m	7:23am	Reading	Fastest
Train	3:08pm	Wimbledon	1h 35m	4:43pm	Reading	No tags
Train	7:11am	Ealing Broadway	44m	7:55am	Reading	No tags
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	23m	7:23am	Reading	No tags

Next departures for London to Reading on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	47m	7:47am	Twyford	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	23m	7:23am	Reading	Fastest
Train	3:08pm	Wimbledon	1h 35m	4:43pm	Reading	No tags
Train	7:11am	Ealing Broadway	44m	7:55am	Reading	No tags
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	23m	7:23am	Reading	No tags

Next departures for London to Reading on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	47m	7:47am	Twyford	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	23m	7:23am	Reading	Fastest
Train	3:08pm	Wimbledon	1h 35m	4:43pm	Reading	No tags
Train	7:11am	Ealing Broadway	44m	7:55am	Reading	No tags
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	23m	7:23am	Reading	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:37 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from London to Reading

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

60 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $86	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$44 - $144	Average Duration49m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $14	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4

South Western Railway

4/524 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.4

Elizabeth Line

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Reading by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from London to Reading cost?
The average train ticket price from London to Reading is $49. The best way to find cheap train tickets from London to Reading is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from London to Reading?
A train trip between London and Reading is around 49m, although the fastest train will take about 21m. This is the time it takes to travel the 59 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between London and Reading?
The number of trains from London to Reading can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 45. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from London to Reading by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from London to Reading?
When taking the train from London to Reading, you can travel comfortably and safely with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Elizabeth Line.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-17

$42

11-18

$42

Today

$43

11-20

$43

11-21

$43

11-22

$43

11-23

$43

11-24

$43

The cheapest trip from London to Reading was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $42

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Reading, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $42 to $137 for a train ticket from London to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually Great Western Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.