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Reading to Purley Oaks train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading to Purley Oaks? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as SAR 136.81, with average prices for this route around SAR 164.48.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
05:10 1h 54m, No direct Reading	07:04 Purley Oaks	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
05:31 1h 49m, No direct Reading	07:20 Purley Oaks		Find Tickets
05:39 1h 55m, No direct Reading	07:34 Purley Oaks		Find Tickets
05:48 1h 46m, No direct Reading	07:34 Purley Oaks	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
06:09 1h 55m, No direct Reading	08:04 Purley Oaks		Find Tickets
06:14 1h 50m, No direct Reading	08:04 Paris	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets

Reading to Purley Oaks train route details

First train

02:24

Last train

23:33

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Purley Oaks

Journey time

1h 30m

Distance

62 km

Price

SAR 136.81*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Purley Oaks

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading to Purley Oaks 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 Purley Oaks 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 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 Purley Oaks, 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 Purley Oaks ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 Purley Oaks train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Reading to Purley Oaks 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%.

Trains from Reading to Purley Oaks from SAR 136.81

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Reading to Purley Oaks train prices and times

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