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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 | Reading | Bristol Temple Meads | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Reading | Bristol Parkway | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Reading | Bristol Temple Meads | No tags | ||||
| Train | Reading | Bristol Parkway | No tags | ||||
| Train | Reading | Bristol Parkway | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Reading to Bristol
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 3 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just R 205, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 503
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Reading to Bristol by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Reading to Bristol?
The cheapest train tickets from Reading to Bristol start from R 503. The average price for this train route is around R 966. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Reading to Bristol?
The average train journey time from Reading to Bristol is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 109 km. The quickest train can get you there in 48m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Reading to Bristol route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 17 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Reading to Bristol?
The earliest train from Reading to Bristol departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 23:48.
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 Bristol was searched and found on 24 Mar 2026 with a price of R 745To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Reading to Bristol as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 745 to R 3 547 for a train ticket from Reading to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 745, which is on 2026-03-24.
