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Carshalton to Reading Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Carshalton to Reading? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as BHD 10.200, with average prices for this route around BHD 16.530.

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

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
20:59 1h 54m, Changes required Carshalton Beeches	22:53 Reading		Find Tickets
21:19 1h 51m, Changes required Carshalton	23:10 Reading	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
21:45 1h 59m, Changes required Carshalton	23:44 Reading		Find Tickets
21:51 1h 52m, Changes required Carshalton	23:43 Reading	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
21:59 2h 5m, Changes required Carshalton Beeches	00:04 +1 Reading		Find Tickets
22:21 2h 4m, Changes required Carshalton	00:25 +1 Paris	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets

Carshalton to Reading Train Route Details

First train

05:49

Last train

23:54

Departure station

Carshalton

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

1h 34m

Distance

58 km

Price

BHD 10.200*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Carshalton to Reading

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Carshalton to Reading. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit 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 Carshalton 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 Carshalton to Reading ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Carshalton to Reading train ticket types

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Carshalton to Reading Train prices and times

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