Farnborough to Reading by train

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Overview: trains from Farnborough to Reading

Find the key information for travelling by train from Farnborough to Reading, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:16 View journey
Last train 23:34 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 22m View journey
Distance (km) 23
Trains / day 62 View all
Cheapest journey £8.94 View journey
Avg journey time 28m
Train operators 3

Travelling from Farnborough to Reading by train

Want to know how to get from Farnborough to Reading by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Farnborough to Reading take around 22 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 23 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Farnborough is scheduled to depart at around  00:16. The last departure is usually at around 23:34 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Farnborough at around 06:32, with the last train leaving at around 23:34. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 62 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 12 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £8.94.

We think any time is a great time to visit Reading, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Reading.

Is there a direct train from Farnborough to Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train from Farnborough to Reading.

How long does it take to travel from Farnborough to Reading?

The Farnborough to Reading train travel takes about 22 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Farnborough to Reading train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Reading leaving Farnborough at around 00:16 and the last train leaving at around 23:34 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Farnborough at around 06:32, with the final departure at 23:34.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.