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Reading West to Southall train prices and times

Planning a journey from Reading West to Southall? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £ 19.80, with average prices for this route around £ 19.80. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
10:35 1h 3m, No direct Reading West	11:38 Southall	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
10:53 1h 2m, No direct Reading West	11:55 Southall	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
11:15 53m, No direct Reading West	12:08 Southall	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
11:46 52m, No direct Reading West	12:38 Southall	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
12:20 1h 6m, No direct Reading West	13:26 Southall	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
12:39 59m, No direct Reading West	13:38 Paris	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets

Reading West to Southall train route details

First train

00:28

Last train

23:45

Departure station

Reading West

Arrival station

Southall

Journey time

51m

Distance

43 km

Price

£ 19.80*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading West to Southall

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading West to Southall 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 Southall 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 West to Southall, 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, 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 West to Southall more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading West to Southall train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Trains from Reading West to Southall from £ 19.80

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Reading West to Southall train prices and times

Reading West to Southall train route details