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Compare train and coach for Pangbourne to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pangbourne to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 8 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pangbourne to Reading
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Trains from Pangbourne to Reading run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 9m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 23:48 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Pangbourne to Reading trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Pangbourne and Reading from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9m
Cheapest Price
£4
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9m
Cheapest Price
£13
first_great_western frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Pangbourne to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pangbourne to Reading by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Yes, a day trip from Pangbourne to Reading is feasible, with a journey time of 9m and a distance of 8 km. There are 4 trains per day.
To fully explore Reading's attractions, two to three days are ideal.
The train distance from Pangbourne to Reading is 8 km.
Yes, the train journey from Pangbourne to Reading offers scenic views, especially as it runs alongside the River Thames and passes through picturesque countryside and charming villages in Berkshire.
Booking trains from Pangbourne to Reading in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Pangbourne and Reading. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by first_great_western.
The cost of a train ticket from Pangbourne to Reading can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The cheapest way to get from Pangbourne to Reading is by coach, costing approximately £3.
The train journey from Pangbourne to Reading covers a distance of 8 km and takes approximately 9m. Trains run 4 per day.
To get from Pangbourne to Reading, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The first train from Pangbourne to Reading leaves at 0:20.
The train station in Pangbourne that goes to Reading is Pangbourne station (PAN), and it arrives at Reading station (RDG).
The last train from Pangbourne to Reading departs at 23:48.
Trains from Pangbourne to Reading run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Pangbourne to Reading.
There is no night train service from Pangbourne to Reading.
Yes, you can take the train from Pangbourne to Reading.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Pangbourne and Reading
Pangbourne
Reading
The major train station for departures in Pangbourne is Pangbourne. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Pangbourne for your trip from Pangbourne to Reading.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 12:50 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.”- This station has step free access to the Reading bound platform however Didcot bound can only be accessed via subway and stairs
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The public phone is not accessible at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please call our free help line for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key; these toilets are not accessible out of staffing hours.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: outside main entrance and on platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Pangbourne
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses starting/terminating at Pangbourne: Front of the station. All other buses: A329 Shooters Hill bus stops
The major train station for arrivals in Reading is Reading. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Reading for your journey to Reading from Pangbourne.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
Hotel
LoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Reading
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Reading West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Reading: Bus Stop on Oxford Road under Railway Bridge. Heading away from Reading Bus Stop on Oxford Road, outside McDonalds.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 12:55 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C - This station does not have step free access to operational platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please call our free help line for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2/3
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent entrance to station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Tilehurst
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses starting/terminate at Tilehurst: Station forecourt All other buses: A329 Oxford Road bus stops near the station
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