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Didcot to Reading train prices and times

Looking to travel from Didcot to Reading? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$ 19.79, with average prices for this route around AU$ 19.79.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
10:42 14m, Direct Didcot Parkway	10:56 Reading	Find Tickets
11:05 13m, Direct Didcot Parkway	11:18 Reading	Find Tickets
11:07 23m, Direct Didcot Parkway	11:30 Reading	Find Tickets
11:20 13m, Direct Didcot Parkway	11:33 Reading	Find Tickets
11:28 12m, Direct Didcot Parkway	11:40 Reading	Find Tickets
11:35 23m, Direct Didcot Parkway	11:58 Paris	Find Tickets

Didcot to Reading train route details

First train

05:11

Last train

23:49

Departure city

Didcot

Arrival city

Reading

Journey time

11m

Distance

25 km

Price

AU$ 19.79*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Didcot to Reading

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Didcot 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.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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 travellers. You can discover more about 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 Didcot 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%

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 Didcot to Reading 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.

Didcot to Reading train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

Trains from Didcot to Reading from AU$ 19.79

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Didcot to Reading train prices and times

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