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Reading to London Blackfriars Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to London Blackfriars, starting from AU$44.84 and averaging AU$68.64. The entire journey takes no more than 58 minutes. 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	Operator	Find Tickets
22:26 1 hour 5 minutes, Changes required Reading	23:31 London Blackfriars	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
22:26 1 hour 19 minutes, Direct Reading	23:45 London Blackfriars		Find Tickets
22:36 1 hour 16 minutes, Direct Reading	23:52 London Blackfriars		Find Tickets
22:46 1 hour 7 minutes, Changes required Reading	23:53 London Blackfriars	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
22:46 1 hour 16 minutes, Direct Reading	00:02 +1 London Blackfriars		Find Tickets
22:51 1 hour 29 minutes, Direct Reading	00:20 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Reading to London Blackfriars Train Route Details

First train

02:24

Last train

23:52

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

London Blackfriars

Journey time

58 minutes

Distance

61 km

Price

AU$44.84*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Southeastern, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to London Blackfriars

Season Tickets for frequent travel

For frequent travelers between Reading and London Blackfriars, 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

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

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 London Blackfriars. 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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Reading to London Blackfriars, 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%

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

Reading to London Blackfriars train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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