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Outbound fromReading to Nailsea & Backwell by train
It takes an average of 1h 27m to travel from Reading to Nailsea & Backwell by train, over a distance of around 77 miles (123 km). There are normally 11 trains per day travelling from Reading to Nailsea & Backwell and tickets for this journey start from £36 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:00 | |
| Departure station | Reading | |
| Arrival station | Nailsea & Backwell | |
| Journey time | From 1h 19m | |
| Distance | 77 miles (123 km) | |
| Frequency | 11 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £36 | |
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Taking the train from Reading to Nailsea & Backwell in 1 hour 19 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Reading to Nailsea & Backwell? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 27 minutes to travel the 77 miles (123 km) from Reading to Nailsea & Backwell by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 19 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 11 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 Nailsea & Backwell.
Book train tickets from Reading to Nailsea & Backwell in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £36.00. 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 Nailsea & Backwell by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Reading to Nailsea & Backwell
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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 Reading to Nailsea & Backwell 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.
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