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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads to Reading

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57

train journeys
per day

69

miles (111 kms)

1hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

04:53 / 23:52

first / last train

34

direct trains

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Bristol Temple Meads to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 57 scheduled rail journeys between Bristol Temple Meads and Reading , with 34 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bristol Temple Meads to Reading is approximately 69 miles (111 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 10 mins.

GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Bristol Temple Meads and Reading.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bristol Temple Meads to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 6 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Bristol Temple Meads to Reading

Journeys from Bristol Temple Meads to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    04:53
    1 hrs 5 minsDirect
    05:58
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:10
    1 hrs 54 minsDirect - overtaken train
    07:04
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:23
    1 hrs 8 minsDirect
    06:31
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:47
    1 hrs 11 minsDirect
    06:58
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:08
    1 hrs 10 mins1 change
    07:18
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:30
    1 hrs 9 minsDirect
    07:39
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:36
    1 hrs 12 mins1 change
    07:48
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:00
    1 hrs 18 mins1 change
    08:18
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:30
    1 hrs 9 minsDirect
    08:39
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:00
    1 hrs 10 minsDirect
    09:10
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:06
    1 hrs 13 mins1 change
    09:19
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:30
    1 hrs 9 minsDirect
    09:39
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:35
    1 hrs 10 mins1 change
    09:45
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:00
    1 hrs 14 minsDirect
    10:14
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:30
    1 hrs 10 minsDirect
    10:40
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:38
    1 hrs 9 mins1 change
    10:47
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:00
    1 hrs 5 minsDirect
    11:05
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:30
    1 hrs 10 minsDirect
    11:40
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:35
    1 hrs 10 mins1 change
    11:45
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:00
    1 hrs 5 minsDirect
    12:05
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Reading
    Bristol Temple Meads to Reading

About Bristol Temple Meads Station

Station name Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
AddressBristol Temple Meads station, Station Approach, off Bath Road, Bristol, Bristol,, BS1 6QF
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 21:30
Saturday 06:15 - 21:30
Sunday 06:45 - 21:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Reading

The travel time between Bristol Temple Meads and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 57 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:52.

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Amenities on trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Reading can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 34 direct services per day from Bristol Temple Meads to Reading

GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Bristol Temple Meads and Reading.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Reading, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.