It takes an average of 2h 25m to travel from Reading to Sway by train, over a distance of around 54 miles (87 km). There are normally 20 trains per day travelling from Reading to Sway and tickets for this journey start from £21.20 when you book in advance.
First train | 04:40 | |
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Last train | 22:34 | |
Departure station | Reading | |
Arrival station | Sway | |
Journey time | From 1h 27m | |
Distance | 54 miles (87 km) | |
Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Price | From £21.20 | |
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Thinking about taking the train from Reading to Sway? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 25 minutes to travel the 54 miles (87 km) from Reading to Sway by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 27 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 20 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or CrossCountry to Sway. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Reading to Sway in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £21.20. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Sway by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
The average journey time by train between Reading and Sway is 2 hours and 25 minutes, with around 20 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Reading to Sway is 1 hour and 27 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Reading to Sway can start from as little as £21.20 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
No, there are no direct train services from Reading to Sway. Travelling from Reading to Sway by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Reading to Sway leaves at 04:40. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Reading to Sway leaves at 22:34. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Reading to Sway cover a distance of around 54 miles (87 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Sway to Reading.
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