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Kingston upon Thames to Reading train prices and times

Looking to travel from Kingston upon Thames to Reading? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €17.58, with average prices for this route around €17.58.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
06:26 1h 48m, No direct Kingston	08:14 Reading	Find Tickets
06:58 1h 48m, No direct Kingston	08:46 Reading	Find Tickets
07:28 1h 46m, No direct Kingston	09:14 Reading	Find Tickets
07:58 1h 46m, No direct Kingston	09:44 Reading	Find Tickets
08:28 1h 46m, No direct Kingston	10:14 Reading	Find Tickets
08:58 1h 46m, No direct Kingston	10:44 Paris	Find Tickets

Kingston upon Thames to Reading train route details

First train

00:40

Last train

23:55

Departure station

Kingston upon Thames

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

1h 39m

Distance

48 km

Price

€17.58*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Kingston upon Thames to Reading

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Kingston upon Thames 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.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Kingston upon Thames 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%

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 Kingston upon Thames 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 Kingston upon Thames 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 Kingston upon Thames to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Kingston upon Thames 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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Kingston upon Thames to Reading train prices and times

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