How much does a train ticket cost from Chippenham to Reading?

The cheapest train tickets from Chippenham to Reading start from £25. The average price for this train route is around £48. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Chippenham to Reading?

The average train journey time from Chippenham to Reading is 44m, covering a distance of 50 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 40m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Chippenham to Reading route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chippenham to Reading?

The earliest train from Chippenham to Reading departs at 07:26. And the latest train departs at 23:00.

Train Chippenham to Reading from £20

Next train departures

Next departures from Chippenham to Reading on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:26	Chippenham	45m	16:11	Reading	Cheapest
Train	16:56	Chippenham	41m	17:37	Reading	Fastest
Train	07:31	Chippenham	51m	08:22	Reading	No tags
Train	07:31	Chippenham	51m	08:22	Reading	No tags
Train	07:56	Chippenham	43m	08:39	Reading	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:03 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Chippenham 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 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage duration

50 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£6 - £55	Average duration1h 23m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£25 - £139	Average duration44m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£8 - £8	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £25

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chippenham to Reading by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Chippenham to Reading?
The cheapest train tickets from Chippenham to Reading start from £25. The average price for this train route is around £48. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chippenham to Reading?
The average train journey time from Chippenham to Reading is 44m, covering a distance of 50 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 40m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Chippenham to Reading route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chippenham to Reading?
The earliest train from Chippenham to Reading departs at 07:26. And the latest train departs at 23:00.

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

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The cheapest trip from Chippenham to Reading was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £33

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

You can expect to pay from £33 to £132 for a train ticket from Chippenham to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £33, which is on 2025-12-16.