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Clapham to Reading Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Clapham to Reading? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £15.90, with average prices for this route around £31.30. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
21:28 1h 14m, Direct Clapham Junction	22:42 Reading	Find Tickets
21:29 1h 23m, 1 change Clapham Junction	22:52 Reading	Find Tickets
21:31 1h 47m, 1 change Clapham Junction	23:18 Reading	Find Tickets
21:46 1h 39m, 1 change Clapham Junction	23:25 Reading	Find Tickets
22:28 1h 13m, Direct Clapham Junction	23:41 Reading	Find Tickets
22:31 1h 31m, 1 change Clapham Junction	00:02 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Clapham to Reading Train Route Details

First train

05:36

Last train

23:58

Departure city

Clapham

Arrival city

Reading

Journey time

1h 6m

Distance

59 km

Price

£15.90*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, London Overground, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Clapham to Reading

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Clapham to Reading 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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Clapham to Reading, 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Clapham to Reading ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Clapham to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Clapham to Reading train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Clapham to Reading Train prices and times

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