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Reading to Nailsea & Backwell train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading to Nailsea & Backwell? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 45.47, with average prices for this route around NZD 45.47.

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
06:53 1h 30m, Direct Reading	08:23 Nailsea & Backwell	Find Tickets
07:25 1h 40m, No direct Reading	09:05 Nailsea & Backwell	Find Tickets
07:54 1h 45m, No direct Reading	09:39 Nailsea & Backwell	Find Tickets
08:25 1h 41m, No direct Reading	10:06 Nailsea & Backwell	Find Tickets
08:55 1h 24m, Direct Reading	10:19 Nailsea & Backwell	Find Tickets
09:25 1h 39m, No direct Reading	11:04 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading to Nailsea & Backwell train route details

First train

00:04

Last train

23:27

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Nailsea & Backwell

Journey time

1h 24m

Distance

123 km

Price

NZD 45.47*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Nailsea & Backwell

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 Reading to Nailsea & Backwell can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Reading to Nailsea & Backwell 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 for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Reading to Nailsea & Backwell, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

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 Reading to Nailsea & Backwell 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 Reading to Nailsea & Backwell more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Nailsea & Backwell 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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