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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 | Plymouth | Reading | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Plymouth | Reading | Fastest | ||||
| Train | St Budeaux Ferry Road | Reading | No tags | ||||
| Train | St Budeaux Ferry Road | Reading | No tags | ||||
| Train | St Budeaux Victoria Road | Reading | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Plymouth to Reading
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $55
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Plymouth to Reading by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Plymouth to Reading?
The cheapest train tickets from Plymouth to Reading start from $55. The average price for this train route is around $91. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Plymouth to Reading?
The average train ride duration from Plymouth to Reading is 3h 6m, covering a distance of 158 miles (255 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 41m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators service the Plymouth to Reading route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Plymouth to Reading?
The earliest train departs from Plymouth to Reading at 7:32am. And the latest train departs at 11:20pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Plymouth to Reading was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $70To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Plymouth to Reading, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $70 to $321 for a train ticket from Plymouth to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $79 which is on 2025-12-05.
