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Trip Summary
15 trains operate daily from Reading to Weston-super-Mare. The train trip from Reading to Weston-super-Mare is usually about one hour and 56 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Great Western Railway train can get you there in as little as one hour and 40 minutes.
Distance | 86 mi (139 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 40m |
Lowest price | €40.18 |
Trains per day | 5 |
Most frequent service | Great Western Railway |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Reading to Weston-super-Mare?
Great Western Railway is the one and only train line which connects Reading to Weston-super-Mare. However, there are 15 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Great Western Railway | 15 | 1h 57m | €46.06 |
Great Western Railway is a train company in the United Kingdom responsible for rail services in the west of England and south Wales, including many intercity services to and from London. Whether you book a seat on a standard or first-class carriage, you can expect plenty of legroom, complimentary WiFi, power outlets/USB charging points, and onboard restrooms. There are also café cars or snacks trolleys onboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Reading to Weston-super-Mare. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Reading at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 15:00. 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 15 scheduled trains on most days. 5 of these are direct connections to Weston-super-Mare. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Weston-super-Mare 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 Weston-super-Mare?
Main arrival station: Worle
There are more train stations and stops in Weston-super-Mare than most cities. Most trains from Reading will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Weston-super-Mare:
Train stations in Weston-super-Mare:
Worle
Weston Milton Station
Weston-Super-Mare
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