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Reading to Crawley Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to Crawley, starting from US$47.24 and averaging US$59.25. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 37m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
04:32 1h 37m, 1 change Reading	06:09 Three Bridges	Find Tickets
05:00 1h 55m, 1 change Reading	06:55 Three Bridges	Find Tickets
05:31 1h 38m, 1 change Reading	07:09 Three Bridges	Find Tickets
05:39 2h 6m, 1 change Reading	07:45 Three Bridges	Find Tickets
05:45 2h 4m, 1 change Reading	07:49 Three Bridges	Find Tickets
05:48 1h 51m, 2 change Reading	07:39 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading to Crawley Train Route Details

First train

04:32

Last train

23:52

Departure city

Reading

Arrival city

Crawley

Journey time

1h 37m

Distance

68 km

Price

US$47.24*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Crawley

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Reading to Crawley. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

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 Crawley 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 for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Reading to Crawley, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

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 Reading to Crawley 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

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Reading to Crawley more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Crawley train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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