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Farringdon to Reading Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Farringdon to Reading? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 23,84 €, with average prices for this route around 37,19 €.

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

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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00:04
Farringdon
01:14
Reading
1h 10m, Changes requiredElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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00:19
Farringdon
01:41
Reading
1h 22m, Changes requiredElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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00:27
Farringdon
02:30
Reading
2h 3m, Changes requiredElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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00:27
Farringdon
06:48
Reading
6h 21m, Changes requiredElizabeth lineSouth Western Railway
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06:00
Farringdon
06:51
Reading
51m, Changes requiredElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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06:05
Farringdon
06:53
Paris
48m, Changes requiredElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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Farringdon to Reading Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:04
Last train
Last train
23:37
Departure station
Departure station
Farringdon
Arrival station
Arrival station
Reading
Journey time
Journey time
47m
Distance
Distance
61 km
Price
Price
23,84 €*
Train operators
Train operators
Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Farringdon to Reading

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Farringdon to Reading 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.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Farringdon to Reading 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%

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 Farringdon to Reading, 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%

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 Farringdon to Reading ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Farringdon to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Farringdon to Reading 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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