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Trains from Reading West to Botley

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Trains to Botley from Reading West

First train

11:15

Last train

21:30

Departure stationReading West
Arrival stationBotley
Journey time

From 1h 16m

Distance

39 miles (63 km)

Frequency

10 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southern

Trains to Botley from Reading West

Want to travel from Reading West to Botley by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 1 hour 36 minutes to travel from Reading West to Botley by train. You'll find on average 10 trains per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Botley by train; you'll need to make 1 change.

Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, CrossCountry and Southern trains run on this route.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Reading West to Botley?

Want to know more about your journey from Reading West to Botley? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Botley from Reading West?

To travel to Botley from Reading West, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 1 hour and 36 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 1 hour and 16 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Reading West to Botley?

Trains from Reading West to Botley take an average of 1 hour and 36 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour and 16 minutes. You'll usually find 10 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Reading West and Botley by train?

The quickest journey time between Reading West and Botley by train is 1 hour and 16 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Reading West to Botley?

No, there are no direct trains running from Reading West to Botley, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Reading West to Botley?

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. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Reading West to Botley is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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