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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 € 17.94 and averaging € 52.61. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 26m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Wed, Sep 3
From € 34.61
Thu, Sep 4
From € 28.17
Fri, Sep 5
From € 27.48
Sat, Sep 6
From € 25.87
Sun, Sep 7
From € 25.87
Mon, Sep 8
From € 20.58
Tue, Sep 9
From € 17.94

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
05:56 Reading	07:49 Gatwick Airport	1h 53m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:00 Reading	07:44 Gatwick Airport	1h 44m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
06:28 Reading	07:54 Gatwick Airport	1h 26m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:34 Reading	08:04 Gatwick Airport	1h 30m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
06:36 Reading	08:25 Gatwick Airport	1h 49m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:42 Reading	08:30 Paris	1h 48m, No direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Reading to Gatwick Airport train route details

First train

00:31

Last train

23:55

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Gatwick Airport

Journey time

1h 26m

Distance

66 km

Price

€ 17.94*

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

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading to Gatwick Airport 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Reading to Gatwick Airport 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 travelling from Reading to Gatwick Airport, 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%

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

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

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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%.

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Reading to Gatwick Airport train prices and times

Reading to Gatwick Airport train route details