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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Twyford | London Paddington | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Reading | London Paddington | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Reading | Acton Main Line - Train | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Reading | Wandsworth Town | No tags | ||||
| Train | Reading | London Paddington | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Reading to London
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour 2 minutes and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Reading to London 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 Reading to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Reading to London start from $29. The average price for this train route is around $35. 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 Reading to London?
The average train ride duration from Reading to London is 1h 2m, covering a distance of 35 miles (56 km). The quickest train can get you there in 23m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators service the Reading to London route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 35 trains available per day, including services from South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Elizabeth Line.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Reading to London?
The earliest train departs from Reading to London at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 10:09pm.
What is the best train operator from Reading to London?
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 Reading to London?
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 Reading to London?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Reading to London?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Reading to London was searched and found on May 17, 2026 with a price of $28To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Reading to London, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $28 to $103 for a train ticket from Reading to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2026-05-20.
Usually South Western Railway, 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.
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