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Reading West to London Charing Cross train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading West to London Charing Cross, starting from € 36.96 and averaging € 36.96. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 4m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:08 Reading West	07:25 London Charing Cross	1h 17m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:38 Reading West	07:42 London Charing Cross	1h 4m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:49 Reading West	07:59 London Charing Cross	1h 10m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:56 Reading West	08:12 London Charing Cross	1h 16m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:17 Reading West	08:27 London Charing Cross	1h 10m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:29 Reading West	08:34 Paris	1h 5m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Reading West to London Charing Cross train route details

First train

00:31

Last train

22:55

Departure station

Reading West

Arrival station

London Charing Cross

Journey time

1h 4m

Distance

61 km

Price

€ 36.96*

Train Operators

Southeastern, Great Western Railway, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading West to London Charing Cross

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between Reading West and London Charing Cross, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading West to London Charing Cross 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 West to London Charing Cross 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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Reading West to London Charing Cross, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

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 West to London Charing Cross 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 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 West to London Charing Cross 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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