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Trip Summary
There are 12 daily trains from Reading to Egham. Traveling by train from Reading to Egham usually takes around 43 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 19 mi (30 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 43m |
| Lowest price | $22.51 |
| Trains per day | 12 |
| Most frequent service | South Western Railway |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Reading to Egham?
South Western Railway is the one and only train line which connects Reading to Egham. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Western Railway | 12 | 0h 43m | $22.51 |
UK's South Western Railway operates passenger rail services in London, Windsor, Reading, and Southampton. Both standard class and first-class seating are available, with the first-class section clearly marked and physically separated from the rest of the train by internal doorways. These cars offer more space and quiet away from the more crowded areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Reading to Egham tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Reading at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 12 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Reading to Egham.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Egham to Reading.
City Information
Reading
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Link to image attributionLocated only 20 minutes west of London, Reading is a large university and market town in the English county of Berkshire. Reading has an intriguing mix of the past and the present, with a vibrant student scene thriving among the city's medieval and Victorian architecture.
Reading sits on the River Thames, at the end-point of the Kennet and Avon Canal, so there are a number of pretty riverside walks to take in the scenery. Explore the gardens and meet the animals at Beadle Wildlife Park, a vast park crisscrossed with nature trails.
To discover the town's past, visit the Reading Museum, where you can take a trip through time from early Saxon settlements to the Industrial Revolution through 21st-century life.
Since Reading is home to a large university, you are always guaranteed exciting nightlife. Filled with many restaurants, pubs, bars, and clubs, Reading is the perfect place for a night on the town. Try The Nag's Head, The Lyndhurst, or The Purple Turtle to start your night right.
Because Reading is only a short way from London, getting to Reading is simple. Fly to one of London's large international airports for access from around the world. Reading Train Station is also one of Britain's main railway interchanges, making it easy to reach from all over the country by train. National Express buses also operate through the city from many destinations around the United Kingdom.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Reading?
Main departure station: Reading Station
There is one train station in Reading.
All train stations in Reading:
Reading Station
Where is the train station in Egham?
Main arrival station: Station Road
Egham has one train station.
Train stations in Egham:
Station Road
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