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Reading to Waterloo Train Route Details
First train
04:35
Last train
23:52
Journey time
59 minuuttia
Distance
265 km
Price
12,47 EUR*
What are the next train times from Reading to Waterloo?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Reading to Waterloo happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
11:28 Reading | 12:28 London Waterloo |  | Find Tickets |
11:35 Reading | 12:35 London Waterloo | | Find Tickets |
11:39 Reading | 13:05 London Waterloo |  | Find Tickets |
11:42 Reading | 12:42 London Waterloo | | Find Tickets |
11:45 Reading | 12:45 London Waterloo | | Find Tickets |
11:47 Reading | 12:47 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Waterloo from Reading this week
Fares from Reading to Waterloo usually average around 12,47 EUR, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!
*Prices may change due to real-time fluctuations. Please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Waterloo
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.
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.
Split Tickets discount
It may sound odd, but splitting your journey into smaller segments by purchasing separate, cheaper tickets can often lead to significant savings, all while you remain in the same seat for the entire trip. The best part? Trip.com handles these splits for you, meaning you don't have to do any painstaking planning.
Group travel deals
If your party consists of 3 to 9 travelers, 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.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Typically available up to 12 weeks before departure, they offer the most economical option for those looking to save on travel
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Allow for cheaper and more flexible travel when avoiding weekday rush hour times
Anytime tickets
With no time restrictions, Anytime tickets allow travel throughout the entire day. They're a great option if you require maximum flexibility or aren't sure exactly when you'll be traveling.
Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route
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