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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 215,77 DKK, with average prices for this route around 284,13 DKK.
To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:21 Reading | 10:56 The Lakes |   West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
06:53 Reading | 11:56 The Lakes | Elizabeth line West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
06:53 Reading | 11:56 The Lakes | Elizabeth lineWest Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
08:21 Reading | 12:56 The Lakes | West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
08:56 Reading | 12:56 The Lakes | West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
09:15 Reading | 11:49 Paris |  West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
Reading to The Lakes Train Route Details
First train
05:21
Last train
22:02
Journey time
2 tuntia 34 minuuttia
Distance
117 km
Price
215,77 DKK*
How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to The Lakes
Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Reading to The Lakes 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
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 for greater savings
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 traveling from Reading to The Lakes, 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%
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 Reading to The Lakes 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
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 to The Lakes train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Reading to The Lakes with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak train tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak hours, with cheaper prices.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
This is a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.