How much is the train ticket from Reading to Bristol?

The cheapest train tickets from Reading to Bristol start from R 496. The average price for this train route is around R 1 040. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Reading to Bristol?

The average train journey time from Reading to Bristol is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 109 km. The quickest train can get you there in 48m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Reading to Bristol route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 20 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Reading to Bristol?

The earliest train from Reading to Bristol departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 23:48.

Train Reading to Bristol from R 475

Next train departures

Next departures from Reading to Bristol on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:13	Reading	49m	17:02	Bristol Parkway	CheapestFastest
Train	16:13	Reading	49m	17:02	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	16:13	Reading	49m	17:02	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	16:13	Reading	49m	17:02	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	16:13	Reading	1h 15m	17:28	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Next departures from Reading to Bristol on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:13	Reading	49m	16:02	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	07:13	Reading	48m	08:01	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:13	Reading	48m	08:01	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:25	Reading	1h 11m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:25	Reading	1h 11m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Next departures from Reading to Bristol on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:13	Reading	49m	16:02	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	07:13	Reading	48m	08:01	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:13	Reading	48m	08:01	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:25	Reading	1h 11m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:25	Reading	1h 11m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Next departures from Reading to Bristol on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:25	Reading	1h 11m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	07:13	Reading	48m	08:01	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:13	Reading	48m	08:01	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:25	Reading	1h 11m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:39	Reading	54m	08:33	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Reading to Bristol on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:25	Reading	1h 11m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	07:13	Reading	48m	08:01	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:13	Reading	48m	08:01	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:25	Reading	1h 11m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:39	Reading	54m	08:33	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Reading to Bristol on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:13	Reading	49m	08:02	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	08:13	Reading	48m	09:01	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:13	Reading	49m	08:02	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:25	Reading	1h 10m	08:35	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:25	Reading	1h 10m	08:35	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:00 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Reading to Bristol

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 161, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage duration

112 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 187 - R 991	Average duration3h 29m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 496 - R 3 775	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 161 - R 292	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 496

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Reading to Bristol by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Reading to Bristol?
The cheapest train tickets from Reading to Bristol start from R 496. The average price for this train route is around R 1 040. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Reading to Bristol?
The average train journey time from Reading to Bristol is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 109 km. The quickest train can get you there in 48m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Reading to Bristol route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 20 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Reading to Bristol?
The earliest train from Reading to Bristol departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 23:48.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

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R 877

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R 877

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R 878

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R 877

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R 749

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R 480

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R 813

The cheapest trip from Reading to Bristol was searched and found on 19 Dec 2025 with a price of R 480

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Reading to Bristol as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 480 to R 3 587 for a train ticket from Reading to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 480, which is on 2025-12-19.