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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Reading to London Paddington, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
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Reading to London Paddington Train prices and times
Looking to travel from Reading to London Paddington? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €10.97, with average prices for this route around €34.79.
To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
01:15 Reading | 02:01 London Paddington |  | Find Tickets |
02:24 Reading | 03:11 London Paddington | | Find Tickets |
03:14 Reading | 07:02 London Paddington |  London OvergroundLondon Underground | Find Tickets |
03:34 Reading | 07:15 London Paddington | London OvergroundLondon Underground | Find Tickets |
03:54 Reading | 04:47 London Paddington | | Find Tickets |
04:14 Reading | 07:20 Paris | London OvergroundLondon Underground | Find Tickets |
Reading to London Paddington Train Route Details
First train
00:19
Last train
23:55
Journey time
23m
Distance
56 km
Price
€10.97*
How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to London Paddington
Season Tickets for frequent travel
If you frequently travel between Reading and London Paddington, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.
Network Railcard for South East England
By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Reading to London Paddington during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
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 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 London Paddington, 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 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 Reading to London Paddington ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
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 Reading to London Paddington more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Reading to London Paddington train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.