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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Iver | Reading | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Iver | Reading | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Heathrow Terminals 2 and 3 | Reading | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Ashford (Surrey) | Reading | No tags | ||||
| Train | Heathrow Terminals 2 and 3 | Reading | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Heathrow to Reading
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Heathrow to Reading by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Heathrow to Reading?
The cheapest train tickets from Heathrow to Reading start from $22. The average price for this train route is around $26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Heathrow to Reading?
The average train ride duration from Heathrow to Reading is 37m, covering a distance of 22 miles (36 km). The quickest train can get you there in 27m and is operated by Elizabeth Line.
Which train operators service the Heathrow to Reading route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 51 trains available per day, including services from Elizabeth Line, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Heathrow to Reading?
The earliest train departs from Heathrow to Reading at 7:02am. And the latest train departs at 11:42pm.
What is the best train operator from Heathrow to Reading?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Elizabeth Line, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Heathrow to Reading?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Elizabeth Line has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Heathrow to Reading?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Heathrow to Reading?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Elizabeth Line, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Heathrow to Reading was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $21To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Heathrow to Reading, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $21 to $42 for a train ticket from Heathrow to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-12-12.
