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Outbound fromReading to Heathrow Airport by train
It takes an average of 1h 7m to travel from Reading to Heathrow Airport by train, over a distance of around 22 miles (36 km). There are normally 273 trains per day travelling from Reading to Heathrow Airport and tickets for this journey start from £22.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:54 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:19 | |
| Departure station | Reading | |
| Arrival station | Heathrow Airport | |
| Journey time | From 37m | |
| Distance | 22 miles (36 km) | |
| Frequency | 273 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £22.70 | |
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Take the train from Reading to Heathrow Airport in 37 minutes
If you want to travel from Reading to Heathrow Airport by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Reading to Heathrow Airport by train to take around 1 hour 7 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 37 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 273 trains per day running on this route, which spans 22 miles (36 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Heathrow Airport. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway or Heathrow Express trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.
Train tickets from Reading to Heathrow Airport start from £22.70 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Reading to Heathrow Airport
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Reading to Heathrow Airport is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.