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Reading to London Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to London, starting from $24.45 and averaging $39.19. The entire journey takes no more than 22m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Sun, Jul 13
From $24.45
Mon, Jul 14
From $31.20
Tue, Jul 15
From $25.26
Wed, Jul 16
From $32.07
Thu, Jul 17
From $34.13
Fri, Jul 18
From $26.96
Sat, Jul 19
From $31.20

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
00:19 Reading	01:14 London Paddington	55m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:25 Reading	07:11 London Paddington	46m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:53 Reading	07:45 London Paddington	52m, Direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
07:42 Reading	08:21 London Paddington	39m, Direct		Find Tickets
07:53 Reading	08:44 London Paddington	51m, Direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
07:54 Reading	09:13 Paris	1h 19m, Direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Reading to London Train Route Details

First train

00:19

Last train

23:52

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

London

Journey time

22m

Distance

59 km

Price

$24.45*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to London

Season Tickets for frequent travel

For frequent travelers between Reading and London, 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

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in South East England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Reading to London can result in significant cost savings.

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 London 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%

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 London, 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 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 Reading to London 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 Reading to London more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to London 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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