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London Waterloo East to Reading Train prices and times

Looking to travel from London Waterloo East to Reading? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £17.60, with average prices for this route around £30.90.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
21:51 London Waterloo East	23:25 Reading	1 hour 34 minutes, Changes required	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
21:54 London Waterloo East	23:30 Reading	1 hour 36 minutes, Direct		Find Tickets
22:04 London Waterloo East	23:41 Reading	1 hour 37 minutes, Direct		Find Tickets
22:34 London Waterloo East	00:12+1 Reading	1 hour 38 minutes, Direct		Find Tickets
22:35 London Waterloo East	00:03+1 Reading	1 hour 28 minutes, Direct		Find Tickets
22:40 London Waterloo East	00:25+1 Paris	1 hour 45 minutes, Direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

London Waterloo East to Reading Train Route Details

First train

05:10

Last train

23:34

Departure station

London Waterloo East

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

1 hour 14 minutes

Distance

61 km

Price

£17.60*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Southeastern, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo East to Reading

Season Tickets for frequent travel

For frequent travelers between London Waterloo East and Reading, 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

To save on train travel in South East England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it's highly advantageous for frequent travelers within this region.

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London Waterloo East 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Waterloo East to Reading 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 London Waterloo East to Reading, 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 London Waterloo East 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 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.

London Waterloo East to Reading train ticket types

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

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