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Trains from Oxford to Reading

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70

train journeys
per day

24

miles (38 kms)

21 mins

fastest journey

00:05 / 01:06

first / last train

58

direct trains

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Oxford to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 70 scheduled rail journeys between Oxford and Reading , with 58 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Oxford to Reading is approximately 24 miles (38 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 32 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Oxford and Reading.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Oxford to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 21 mins.

Journeys from Oxford to Reading Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:05
    45 mins 1 change
    00:50
    Oxford
    Reading
    Oxford to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    03:35
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    04:38
    Oxford
    Reading
    Oxford to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:20
    26 mins Direct
    05:46
    Oxford
    Reading
    Oxford to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:00
    28 mins Direct
    06:28
    Oxford
    Reading
    Oxford to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:04
    44 mins 1 change
    06:48
    Oxford
    Reading
    Oxford to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:31
    22 mins Direct
    06:53
    Oxford
    Reading
    Oxford to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:48
    21 mins Direct
    07:09
    Oxford
    Reading
    Oxford to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    26 mins Direct
    07:26
    Oxford
    Reading
    Oxford to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:16
    29 mins Direct
    07:45
    Oxford
    Reading
    Oxford to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    23 mins Direct
    07:54
    Oxford
    Reading
    Oxford to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:34
    36 mins 1 change
    08:10
    Oxford
    Reading
    Oxford to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:53
    21 mins Direct
    08:14
    Oxford
    Reading
    Oxford to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    41 mins 1 change
    08:39
    Oxford
    Reading
    Oxford to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:16
    29 mins Direct
    08:45
    Oxford
    Reading
    Oxford to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:27
    43 mins 1 change
    09:10
    Oxford
    Reading
    Oxford to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:46
    28 mins Direct
    09:14
    Oxford
    Reading
    Oxford to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    24 mins Direct
    09:24
    Oxford
    Reading
    Oxford to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:16
    24 mins Direct
    09:40
    Oxford
    Reading
    Oxford to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:32
    23 mins Direct
    09:55
    Oxford
    Reading
    Oxford to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:34
    40 mins 1 change
    10:14
    Oxford
    Reading
    Oxford to Reading

About Oxford Station

Station name Oxford (OXF)
Address Oxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:30 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Oxford and Reading

The travel time between Oxford and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Oxford and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 70 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:06.

First class tickets on trains between Oxford and Reading typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Oxford and Reading can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 58 direct services per day from Oxford to Reading

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Oxford and Reading.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Oxford and Reading, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.