How far is Reading Train Station to Reading Festival?

Reading train station is a 15-20 minute walk from the festival site. There are many routes from throughout the country to the station, including from London Paddington.

How do I get from Reading train station to the festival?

The nearest station to Reading Festival is Reading station, which is just a 15-minute walk from the festival grounds. There are also shuttle buses and taxis available to take you to the festival entrance if you have a lot of heavy camping equipment in tow.

What time does Reading Festival usually finish?

What time does Reading Festival finish? The exact finishing time for each day can vary, but generally, the music stages close around midnight.

How do I get to Reading FC from my reading station?

The alternative railway station is Reading, which is connected directly to major cities across the UK and many local towns. From there, take the 50A Greenwave Park & Ride bus that takes you directly to the Stadium, with an average journey time less than 10 minutes.

How do people get to the Reading Festival?

Reading Festival recommends you don't drive to the festival site – instead, they suggest using public transport. They've partnered with Big Green Coach as their official travel partner, and pick up from 10 locations across the UK. Return fares start at £47 and you'll need to book your seat in advance.

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How long does it take to walk from Reading Station to Reading Festival?

Reading train station is a 15-20 minute walk from the festival site. There are many routes from throughout the country to the station, including from London Paddington.

Should I let my 17 year old go to the Reading Festival?

We welcome all ages to the festival. However, there are entry restrictions for under 16s and we do advise not bringing young children. Anyone 15 and under must be accompanied by a ticket holder over 18 years old at all times.

Is there a tube station at Reading?

The Elizabeth Line, London's newest tube line, makes Reading a great day trip destination from London. Reading is the newest western terminus of the Elizabeth Line, reachable on direct trains in under an hour from central London.

Can you just buy a train ticket at the station?

What is the best place to buy a train ticket? It really depends on your preference – there are lots of options to find the best fares in the most convenient place. For example, you can use the National Rail website or app, or visit a station ticket office or ticket machine.

What drinks are at Reading FC?

Through this exciting collaboration, Coca-Cola's iconic beverage range—including Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Diet Coke, Fanta, and Sprite—will be available throughout the Select Car Leasing Stadium's concourse and hospitality areas.

Is Reading Festival full of teenagers?

Over 105,000 young people turn up to the festival for a weekend of music and mayhem. The typical guest has just received their GCSE results, and heads for Reading, or its twin festival in Leeds, to reflect on what they are going to do next.

Should I bring condoms to the festival?

Always carry condoms, not just at festivals. It's good to be prepared! Sunburn sucks: wear a hat & use sunscreen. Arrange a meeting point for you and your friends in case you get split up.

Is Reading Festival 2025 sold out?

Reading Festival 2025 are indeed sold out, particularly for Friday and much of Saturday and Sunday. However, weekend tickets are still available, along with weekend tickets that include early entry—but note that the Weekend Ticket + Early Entry has sold out.

What time do you have to be out of Reading Festival?

The campsite is open 24 hours a day, and closes at midday on Monday. Festival goers are advised to get their hands stamped if leaving and returning after 20:00 on Sunday to be able to return later on. The arena opens at 11:00 on Friday to Sunday. Day ticket holders cannot re-enter the arena once they have left.

Why will there be no Glastonbury in 2026?

Glastonbury 2026 won't happen because the festival follows a longstanding tradition of taking a break every five years. This fallow year is essential for environmental sustainability, maintaining the working farm, supporting the local community, and ensuring Glastonbury can continue for generations to come.

Should you padlock your tent at a festival?

Deter Thieves

Across UK festivals, over 1 in 10 festival goers report their smartphone lost, damaged or stolen so it's extra important to ensure your items are safe and secure. Locking a tent is a deterrent against potential theft and makes it clear you've taken precautions.

How early should I arrive for my train?

Unless you're taking the Auto Train, plan to arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled departure.

Can you pay cash at a train station?

Ticket machine: As well as collecting tickets bought online, you can use our self-service ticket machines to buy tickets using cash or a credit/debit card. Postal delivery: If you buy your train tickets online you can choose various delivery service options to have your tickets delivered to you.

How often are Elizabeth line trains to Reading?

From May 2023 we expect service frequencies to the west of London to be 6 trains per hour from Heathrow, 4tph /2tph (peak/off peak) from Reading and 2tph all day from Maidenhead.

What is Reading Train Station called?

Reading (RDG) Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ. Open in Google Maps. Station managed by Network Rail. Some lifts will be out of order at Reading station from Thursday 15 January until Friday 10 April due to Network Rail carrying out some routine maintenance.

Is London Underground free for over 60s?

If you're 60 or over and live in a London borough, you can get free travel on our transport services with an Oyster photocard.

Is Reading a safe festival?

There are over a thousand security, stewards and campsite staff on duty, all of which wear our festival high-vis. Locate a member of staff for any emergencies, who will be able to assist or locate the correct assistance.

How do I get to Reading Festival by train?

All you have to do is hop aboard a Great Western Railway service to Reading train station. From there, the festival site is just a 15 minute walk. You can also get a shuttle bus or taxi from the station.

Who is playing at Reading Festival 2026?

UK Festival exclusive for all headliners: Chase & Status Live, Charli xcx, Dave, Florence + The Machine, Fontaines D.C. and Raye. For the first time ever, Kasabian will headline Thursday.