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Elephant & Castle to Reading West Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Elephant & Castle to Reading West? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AED 114.38, with average prices for this route around AED 161.04. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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12:48
1h 23m, Changes required
Elephant & Castle
14:11
Reading West
Great Western Railway
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12:49
1h 22m, Changes required
Elephant & Castle
14:11
Reading West
ThameslinkElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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12:50
2h 44m, Changes required
Elephant & Castle
15:34
Reading West
South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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13:16
1h 19m, Changes required
Elephant & Castle
14:35
Reading West
Great Western Railway
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13:48
1h 20m, Changes required
Elephant & Castle
15:08
Reading West
Great Western Railway
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13:49
1h 19m, Changes required
Elephant & Castle
15:08
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ThameslinkElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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Elephant & Castle to Reading West Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:56
Last train
Last train
23:56
Departure station
Departure station
Elephant & Castle
Arrival station
Arrival station
Reading West
Journey time
Journey time
1h 16m
Distance
Distance
62 km
Price
Price
AED 114.38*
Train operators
Train operators
Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Elephant & Castle to Reading West

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Elephant & Castle to Reading West. 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

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%

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 Elephant & Castle to Reading West, 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%

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 Elephant & Castle to Reading West 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

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Elephant & Castle to Reading West more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.