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Potters Bar to Reading train prices and times

Planning a journey from Potters Bar to Reading? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as QAR 167.30, with average prices for this route around QAR 167.30. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
10:00 1h 38m, No direct Potters Bar	11:38 Reading	Find Tickets
10:30 1h 41m, No direct Potters Bar	12:11 Reading	Find Tickets
11:00 1h 37m, No direct Potters Bar	12:37 Reading	Find Tickets
11:14 1h 44m, No direct Potters Bar	12:58 Reading	Find Tickets
11:30 1h 41m, No direct Potters Bar	13:11 Reading	Find Tickets
12:00 1h 32m, No direct Potters Bar	13:32 Paris	Find Tickets

Potters Bar to Reading train route details

First train

00:38

Last train

23:44

Departure station

Potters Bar

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

1h 27m

Distance

61 km

Price

QAR 167.30*

Train Operators

London Overground, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Potters Bar to Reading

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Potters Bar to Reading. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Potters Bar 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 Potters Bar 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 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 Potters Bar to Reading ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 Potters Bar to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Potters Bar 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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Trains from Potters Bar to Reading from QAR 167.30

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Potters Bar to Reading train prices and times

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