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Holyhead to Reading train prices and times

Planning a journey from Holyhead to Reading? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 104.75, with average prices for this route around NZD 106.89. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
20:32 Holyhead	08:41+1 Reading	12h 9m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
20:32 Holyhead	08:48+1 Paris	12h 16m, No direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Holyhead to Reading train route details

First train

04:45

Last train

20:32

Departure station

Holyhead

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

4h 48m

Distance

323 km

Price

NZD 104.75*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Holyhead 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 Holyhead to Reading can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about 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 Holyhead 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 Holyhead 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 of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Holyhead to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Holyhead 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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