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Reading to The Lakes train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading to The Lakes? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$ 51.10, with average prices for this route around AU$ 67.29.

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
18:15 2h 38m, No direct Reading	20:53 The Lakes	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
18:15 2h 38m, No direct Reading	20:53 The Lakes	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
18:15 3h 12m, No direct Reading	21:27 The Lakes	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
19:15 2h 48m, No direct Reading	22:03 The Lakes	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
19:15 2h 48m, No direct Reading	22:03 The Lakes	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
19:26 3h 27m, No direct Reading	22:53 Paris	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets

Reading to The Lakes train route details

First train

01:15

Last train

22:18

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

The Lakes

Journey time

2h 22m

Distance

117 km

Price

AU$ 51.10*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to The Lakes

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 The Lakes can result in significant cost savings.

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 The Lakes 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 The Lakes, 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 Reading to The Lakes 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 travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Reading to The Lakes more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to The Lakes 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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Trains from Reading to The Lakes from AU$ 51.10

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Reading to The Lakes train prices and times

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