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London to Reading West Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London to Reading West, starting from £17.70 and averaging £27.90. The entire journey takes no more than 32m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Sat, Sep 6
    From £19.80
  • Sun, Sep 7
    From £17.70
  • Mon, Sep 8
    From £19.80
  • Tue, Sep 9
    From £19.80
  • Wed, Sep 10
    From £19.80
  • Thu, Sep 11
    From £19.80
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    From £19.80
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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07:20
London Waterloo
09:07
Reading West
1h 47m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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07:32
London Paddington
08:04
Reading West
32m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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07:50
London Waterloo
09:40
Reading West
1h 50m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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08:00
London Paddington
08:40
Reading West
40m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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08:20
London Waterloo
10:10
Reading West
1h 50m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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08:32
London Paddington
09:07
Paris
35m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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London to Reading West Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:20
Last train
Last train
23:30
Departure station
Departure station
London
Arrival station
Arrival station
Reading West
Journey time
Journey time
32m
Distance
Distance
38 miles
Price
Price
£17.70*
Train operators
Train operators
Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Reading West

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

For frequent travelers between London and Reading West, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for South East England

Network Railcard for South East England

To save on train travel in South East England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it's highly advantageous for frequent travelers within this region.
Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London to Reading West during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London to Reading West for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London to Reading West, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London to Reading West ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

London to Reading West train ticket types

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.