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Outbound fromMaidenhead to Reading by train
It takes an average of 16m to travel from Maidenhead to Reading by train, over a distance of around 11 miles (18 km). There are normally 199 trains per day travelling from Maidenhead to Reading and tickets for this journey start from £9.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 02:15 | |
| Departure station | Maidenhead | |
| Arrival station | Reading | |
| Journey time | From 12m | |
| Distance | 11 miles (18 km) | |
| Frequency | 199 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £9.10 | |
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Taking the train from Maidenhead to Reading in 12 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Maidenhead to Reading? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 16 minutes to travel the 11 miles (18 km) from Maidenhead to Reading by train, although you can get there in as little as 12 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 199 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Great Western Railway for all or at least part of your journey to Reading.
Book train tickets from Maidenhead to Reading in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £9.10. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Reading by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Maidenhead to Reading
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Maidenhead to Reading is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.