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Didcot to Reading Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Didcot to Reading? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €11.40, with average prices for this route around €11.40. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
20:49 12m, Direct Didcot Parkway	21:01 Reading	Find Tickets
20:58 13m, Direct Didcot Parkway	21:11 Reading	Find Tickets
21:04 25m, Direct Didcot Parkway	21:29 Reading	Find Tickets
21:21 12m, Direct Didcot Parkway	21:33 Reading	Find Tickets
21:44 23m, Direct Didcot Parkway	22:07 Reading	Find Tickets
21:58 13m, Direct Didcot Parkway	22:11 Paris	Find Tickets

Didcot to Reading Train Route Details

First train

05:11

Last train

23:49

Departure city

Didcot

Arrival city

Reading

Journey time

12m

Distance

25 km

Price

€11.40*

Train operators

Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Didcot to Reading

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 Didcot to Reading can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

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

Didcot 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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