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Reading to London Paddington train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to London Paddington, starting from AU$ 13.20 and averaging AU$ 58.78. The entire journey takes no more than 23m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Tue, Apr 22
From AU$ 22.42
Wed, Apr 23
From AU$ 21.38
Thu, Apr 24
From AU$ 19.40
Fri, Apr 25
From AU$ 19.40
Sat, Apr 26
From AU$ 26.39
Sun, Apr 27
From AU$ 24.41
Mon, Apr 28
From AU$ 13.20

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:19 Reading	01:13 London Paddington	54m, Direct	Find Tickets
00:43 Reading	01:15 London Paddington	32m, Direct	Find Tickets
01:15 Reading	02:01 London Paddington	46m, Direct	Find Tickets
02:24 Reading	03:11 London Paddington	47m, Direct	Find Tickets
03:54 Reading	04:47 London Paddington	53m, Direct	Find Tickets
04:35 Reading	05:33 Paris	58m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Reading to London Paddington train route details

First train

00:19

Last train

23:55

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

London Paddington

Journey time

23m

Distance

56 km

Price

AU$ 13.20*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to London Paddington

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between Reading and London Paddington, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for Southeast 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.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Reading to London Paddington can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, 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 to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Reading to London Paddington, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often 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 Paddington ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels 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.

Reading to London Paddington train ticket types

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

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Reading to London Paddington from AU$ 13.20*

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Reading to London Paddington train prices and times

Reading to London Paddington train route details

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to London Paddington

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Network Railcard for Southeast England

Travelling in off-peak train times

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Group travels to save 1/3

Reading to London Paddington train ticket types

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets

Return train tickets

Advance train tickets

Season train tickets

Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?

Split Tickets

National Rail Partners

No Booking Fees on the App

Online Customer Support

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