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Explore cheap prices from London Blackfriars to Reading

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from London Blackfriars to Reading, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

AU$60.01

Thu18Sep

AU$60.01

Fri19Sep

AU$60.01

Sat20Sep

AU$60.01

Sun21Sep

AU$60.01

Mon22Sep

AU$60.01

Tue23Sep

AU$60.01

Wed24Sep

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Prices may change due to real-time fluctuations. Please refer to the latest price.

London Blackfriars to Reading Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Blackfriars to Reading, starting from AU$60.01 and averaging AU$72.20. The entire journey takes no more than 59m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
18:42 1h 6m, Changes required London Blackfriars	19:48 Reading	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
18:44 1h 9m, Direct London Blackfriars	19:53 Reading		Find Tickets
18:57 1h 13m, Changes required London Blackfriars	20:10 Reading	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
19:02 1h 14m, Direct London Blackfriars	20:16 Reading		Find Tickets
19:09 1h 14m, Direct London Blackfriars	20:23 Reading		Find Tickets
19:12 59m, Changes required London Blackfriars	20:11 Paris	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets

London Blackfriars to Reading Train Route Details

First train

00:37

Last train

23:54

Departure station

London Blackfriars

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

59m

Distance

61 km

Price

AU$60.01*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from London Blackfriars to Reading

Season Tickets for frequent travel

If you frequently travel between London Blackfriars and Reading, 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

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London Blackfriars 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from London Blackfriars to Reading, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from London Blackfriars to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Blackfriars to Reading 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:

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