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Theale to Reading train prices and times

Looking to travel from Theale to Reading? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £5.60, with average prices for this route around £5.60.

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
22:11 9m, Direct Theale	22:20 Reading	Find Tickets
22:26 6m, Direct Theale	22:32 Reading West	Find Tickets
23:04 6m, Direct Theale	23:10 Reading West	Find Tickets
23:56 7m, Direct Theale	00:03 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Theale to Reading train route details

First train

05:45

Last train

23:56

Departure station

Theale

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

Distance

7 km

Price

£5.60*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Theale 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 Theale to Reading 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 Theale 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Theale to Reading, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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

Theale 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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Theale to Reading train prices and times

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