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Swindon to Reading Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Swindon to Reading? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £6.73, with average prices for this route around £9.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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07:53
30m, Direct
Swindon (Wilts)
08:23
Reading
Great Western Railway
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08:00
26m, Direct
Swindon (Wilts)
08:26
Reading
Great Western Railway
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08:10
29m, Direct
Swindon (Wilts)
08:39
Reading
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08:40
30m, Direct
Swindon (Wilts)
09:10
Reading
Great Western Railway
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08:50
27m, Direct
Swindon (Wilts)
09:17
Reading
Great Western Railway
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09:02
30m, Direct
Swindon (Wilts)
09:32
Paris
Great Western Railway
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Swindon to Reading Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:28
Last train
Last train
23:22
Departure station
Departure station
Swindon
Arrival station
Arrival station
Reading
Journey time
Journey time
24m
Distance
Distance
58 km
Price
Price
£6.73*
Train operators
Train operators
Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Swindon to Reading

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Swindon to Reading can result in significant cost savings.
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 Swindon 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%

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 Swindon 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

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

Swindon to Reading train ticket types

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