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Bourne End to Reading train prices and times

Planning a journey from Bourne End to Reading? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €13.81, with average prices for this route around €13.81. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
07:16 31m, No direct Bourne End	07:47 Reading		Find Tickets
07:46 30m, No direct Bourne End	08:16 Reading		Find Tickets
08:16 33m, No direct Bourne End	08:49 Reading		Find Tickets
08:49 37m, No direct Bourne End	09:26 Reading	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
09:09 29m, No direct Bourne End	09:38 Reading	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
10:11 29m, No direct Bourne End	10:40 Paris	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets

Bourne End to Reading train route details

First train

00:28

Last train

23:14

Departure station

Bourne End

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

28m

Distance

24 km

Price

€13.81*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bourne End to Reading

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Bourne End to Reading can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

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 Bourne End 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%

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 Bourne End to Reading 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 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 Bourne End to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Bourne End to Reading 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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