Trains to Reading West from Gloucester
| First train | 03:57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:18 | |
| Departure station | Gloucester | |
| Arrival station | Reading West | |
| Journey time | From 1h 25m | |
| Distance | 61 miles (97 km) | |
| Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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How to travel from Gloucester to Reading West by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Gloucester to Reading West? Look no further.
You'll usually find 12 trains per day running between Gloucester and Reading West, which usually take 2 hours 43 minutes to complete the 61 miles (97 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 25 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Reading West by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Great Western Railway trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Reading West.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Gloucester to Reading West if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Reading West? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
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3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.