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Trains from Reading to Bristol Temple Meads

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61

train journeys
per day

69

miles (111 kms)

1hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

00:15 / 00:30

first / last train

34

direct trains

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading to Bristol Temple Meads

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On a typical weekday there are 61 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Bristol Temple Meads , with 34 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Bristol Temple Meads is approximately 69 miles (111 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 17 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Bristol Temple Meads.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Bristol Temple Meads. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Reading to Bristol Temple Meads Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:15
    1 hrs 11 mins Direct
    01:26
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:49
    1 hrs 9 mins Direct
    06:58
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:53
    1 hrs 10 mins Direct
    08:03
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:13
    1 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    08:28
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:25
    1 hrs 11 mins Direct
    08:36
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:53
    1 hrs 4 mins Direct
    08:57
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:13
    1 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    09:28
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:25
    1 hrs 10 mins Direct
    09:35
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:43
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    09:57
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:55
    1 hrs 6 mins Direct
    10:01
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:13
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    10:27
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:25
    1 hrs 10 mins Direct
    10:35
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:43
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    10:57
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:55
    1 hrs 3 mins Direct
    10:58
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:13
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    11:26
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:25
    1 hrs 10 mins Direct
    11:35
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:40
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    11:57
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:55
    1 hrs 6 mins Direct
    12:01
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:13
    1 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    12:28
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:25
    1 hrs 10 mins Direct
    12:35
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading to Bristol Temple Meads

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

About Bristol Temple Meads Station

Station name Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Address Bristol Temple Meads station, Station Approach, off Bath Road, Bristol, Bristol,, BS1 6QF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 21:30
Saturday 06:15 - 21:30
Sunday 06:45 - 21:30
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and Bristol Temple Meads

The travel time between Reading and Bristol Temple Meads by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Bristol Temple Meads vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 61 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 34 direct services per day from Reading to Bristol Temple Meads

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Bristol Temple Meads.

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