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Reading to Gatwick Airport train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to Gatwick Airport, starting from AU$ 20.57 and averaging AU$ 94.09. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 17m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Sun, Aug 3
From AU$ 50.38
Mon, Aug 4
From AU$ 50.38
Tue, Aug 5
From AU$ 50.38
Wed, Aug 6
From AU$ 42.98
Thu, Aug 7
From AU$ 50.59
Fri, Aug 8
From AU$ 20.57
Sat, Aug 9
From AU$ 41.99

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:19 Reading	03:55 Gatwick Airport	3h 36m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:10 Reading	07:27 Gatwick Airport	1h 17m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:58 Reading	08:21 Gatwick Airport	1h 23m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:58 Reading	08:24 Gatwick Airport	1h 26m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:49 Reading	09:17 Gatwick Airport	1h 28m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:54 Reading	09:47 Paris	1h 53m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Reading to Gatwick Airport train route details

First train

00:19

Last train

23:41

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Gatwick Airport

Journey time

1h 17m

Distance

66 km

Price

AU$ 20.57*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Gatwick Airport

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 Gatwick Airport can result in significant cost savings.

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 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 Gatwick Airport, 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!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Reading to Gatwick Airport more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Gatwick Airport 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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Reading to Gatwick Airport train prices and times

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