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Reading to Battersea Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Reading to Battersea? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £18.10, 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
06:39 1h 30m, Changes required Reading	08:09 Queenstown Road (Battersea)	Find Tickets
06:42 1h 18m, Changes required Reading	08:00 Battersea Park	Find Tickets
06:50 1h 20m, Changes required Reading	08:10 Battersea Park	Find Tickets
07:02 1h 19m, Changes required Reading	08:21 Battersea Park	Find Tickets
07:09 1h 29m, Changes required Reading	08:38 Queenstown Road (Battersea)	Find Tickets
07:12 1h 22m, Changes required Reading	08:34 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading to Battersea Train Route Details

First train

02:24

Last train

23:52

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Battersea

Journey time

1h 14m

Distance

59 km

Price

£18.10*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Southern, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Battersea

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading to Battersea 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Reading to Battersea 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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Reading to Battersea, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

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.

Reading to Battersea train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Reading to Battersea with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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Reading to Battersea Train prices and times

Reading to Battersea Train Route Details