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The average train between Bristol Temple Meads and Reading takes 1h 11m and the fastest train takes 1h 3m. There is an hourly train service from Bristol Temple Meads to Reading. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 11m
Duration
82 mi
Distance
£40
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Bristol Temple Meads to Reading train times

Trains run hourly between Bristol Temple Meads and Reading. The earliest departure is at 4:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Bristol Temple Meads is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Reading at 12:03 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    train train 1h 5m • Direct
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    train train 1h 55m • Direct
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    train train 1h 9m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    train train 1h 5m • Direct
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    train train 1h 55m • Direct
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    train train 1h 9m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    train train 1h 5m • Direct
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    train train 1h 55m • Direct
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    train train 1h 9m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 1h 10m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 1h 9m • Direct
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    train train 1h 9m • Direct
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    train train 1h 11m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 1h 5m • Direct
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    train train 1h 55m • Direct
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    train train 1h 9m • Direct
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    train train 1h 11m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bristol Temple Meads to Reading? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 82 mi
  • Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Bristol Temple Meads, England and Reading, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £30–65 and the journey takes 1h 9m.

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