Train from Maidenhead to Reading: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Maidenhead to Reading on 2 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Great Western RailwayTrain
Maidenhead
ReadingNo tags
Elizabeth LineTrain
Maidenhead
ReadingNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Maidenhead
ReadingNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Marlow
ReadingNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Bourne End
ReadingNo tags

Get from Maidenhead to Reading

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14train per day
15mAverage duration
14 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Maidenhead to Reading by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Maidenhead to Reading?

    The cheapest train tickets from Maidenhead to Reading start from £11. The average price for this train route is around £11. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Maidenhead to Reading?

    The average train journey time from Maidenhead to Reading is 15m, covering a distance of 14 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 13m and is operated by Elizabeth Line.

  3. Which train operators serve the Maidenhead to Reading route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 14 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, Elizabeth Line.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Maidenhead to Reading?

    The earliest train from Maidenhead to Reading departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:38.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Maidenhead 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.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Maidenhead to Reading?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Elizabeth Line has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Maidenhead to Reading?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Maidenhead 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.

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£11
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£11
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£11
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£11
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£11
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£11
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£11
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Maidenhead to Reading was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £11

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Maidenhead to Reading as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £11 to £16 for a train ticket from Maidenhead to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Elizabeth Line 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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