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station information and services
Reading West
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Reading West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Reading: Bus Stop on Oxford Road under Railway Bridge. Heading away from Reading Bus Stop on Oxford Road, outside McDonalds.
FAQ: Travel from Reading West (RDW)
Everything you need to know about Reading West (RDW): From location, transport connections, and amenities to safety, schedules, and nearby attractions—your complete guide to navigating the station with ease.
Passengers with reduced mobility can access assistance at Reading West station, as staff help is available.
The main attractions near Reading West station include the Reading Museum and Forbury Gardens, notable for their cultural and historical significance in the area.
Car rental services are not available at Reading West station.
The Reading West station is approximately 1.163 kilometers from the city center.
From Reading West, you can reach the city center by using the Rail Replacement Services; head towards Reading by taking the bus at the stop on Oxford Road under the Railway Bridge, or if heading away from Reading, use the bus stop on Oxford Road outside McDonald's.
Arrive at Reading West Station at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure to allow time for finding your platform and navigating any potential delays.
Reading West is located at Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY.
Parking is not available at the Reading West station.
Train ticket prices for journeys from Reading West to the nearest airport are subject to change based on factors like time of purchase and travel class.
Great Western Railway operates at Reading West train station.
Public transport connections from Reading West involve using the rail replacement bus services located at the bus stop on Oxford Road under the railway bridge for routes towards Reading and at the bus stop on Oxford Road outside McDonald's for routes heading away from Reading.
Safety at Reading West station during early morning or late evening depends on various factors such as station security measures, lighting, and local crime rates. It is advisable for travelers to stay alert and be mindful of their surroundings during these times.
Security and ticket checks are typically conducted at Reading West station to ensure passenger safety and fare compliance.
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