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Thatcham to Reading Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Thatcham to Reading, starting from €10.09 and averaging €10.09. The entire journey takes no more than 17m. 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
19:22 17m, Direct Thatcham	19:39 Reading West	Find Tickets
20:19 17m, Direct Thatcham	20:36 Reading West	Find Tickets
21:19 17m, Direct Thatcham	21:36 Reading West	Find Tickets
22:01 17m, Direct Thatcham	22:18 Reading West	Find Tickets
22:51 17m, Direct Thatcham	23:08 Reading West	Find Tickets
23:51 17m, Direct Thatcham	00:08 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Thatcham to Reading Train Route Details

First train

06:32

Last train

23:51

Departure station

Thatcham

Arrival city

Reading

Journey time

17m

Distance

20 km

Price

€10.09*

Train operators

Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Thatcham to Reading

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 Thatcham to Reading can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit 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 Thatcham 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%

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

Thatcham to Reading 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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