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Reading to Waterloo train route details

First train
First train
04:55
Last train
Last train
23:48
Departure city
Departure city
Reading
Arrival city
Arrival city
Waterloo
Journey time
Journey time
59m
Distance
Distance
265 km
Price
Price
US$ 24.42*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Southeastern, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

What are the next train times from Reading to Waterloo?

Discover all upcoming Reading to Waterloo services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
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02:34
3h 12m, 1 change
Reading
05:46
London Waterloo
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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04:13
1h 51m, 1 change
Reading
06:04
London Waterloo East
Great Western RailwaySoutheastern
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04:55
1h 39m, 1 change
Reading
06:34
London Waterloo East
Great Western RailwaySoutheastern
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05:39
1h 24m, Direct
Reading
07:03
London Waterloo
South Western Railway
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05:43
1h 20m, Direct
Reading
07:03
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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06:09
1h 24m, Direct
Reading
07:33
Paris
South Western Railway
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Explore the cheapest prices to Waterloo from Reading this week

Ticket prices for Reading to Waterloo typically cost around US$ 24.42, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!

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How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Waterloo

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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you travel between Reading and Waterloo on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.
Book in advance

Book in advance

Save up to 61% on your journey from Reading to Waterloo by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.
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Travel during Off-Peak train times

We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by travelling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.
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Group travel deals

If your party consists of 3 to 9 travellers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Reading to Waterloo more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.

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