Trains tickets from Nottingham to Reading

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Next departures for Nottingham to Reading on October 5
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Compare 3 ways to go from Nottingham to Reading

Bus
Average PriceUS$21 - US$56Average Duration6h 35m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$67 - US$158Average Duration3h 32m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$28 - US$28Average Duration2h 20m
7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Nottingham to Reading

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 6 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
6h 35mAverage Duration
US$21Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Train Nottingham to Reading: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$76
Average train trip duration3h 32m
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure8:07am
Distance166 km
Latest train departure7:07pm

Nottingham to Reading Train

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We make sure you can find a train service from Nottingham to Reading from the most reliable train companies operating this trip.

Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Reading from Nottingham, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Nottingham - Reading

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Reading cost?

    The average train ticket price from Nottingham to Reading is US$76. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Nottingham 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!

  2. How long is the trip from Nottingham to Reading?

    A train trip between Nottingham and Reading is around 3h 32m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 168 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Nottingham and Reading?

    The number of trains from Nottingham to Reading can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Nottingham to Reading by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Nottingham to Reading?

    When taking the train from Nottingham to Reading, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Nottingham to Reading was searched and found on Oct 4, 2025 with a price of US$63

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

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Nottingham and Reading is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Reading.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Reading you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Nottingham and Reading, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Nottingham to Reading while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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Train from Reading to Nottingham

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