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Reading to City Thameslink Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading to City Thameslink? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £18.10, with average prices for this route around £33.90.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
17:41 57m, Changes required Reading	18:38 City Thameslink	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
17:44 59m, Changes required Reading	18:43 City Thameslink	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
17:46 1h 17m, Changes required Reading	19:03 City Thameslink	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
17:50 58m, Changes required Reading	18:48 City Thameslink	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
17:59 1h 19m, Changes required Reading	19:18 City Thameslink	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
18:05 58m, Changes required Reading	19:03 Paris	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets

Reading to City Thameslink Train Route Details

First train

00:19

Last train

23:55

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

City Thameslink

Journey time

55m

Distance

61 km

Price

£18.10*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to City Thameslink

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading to City Thameslink 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 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 Reading to City Thameslink, 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%

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

Reading to City Thameslink 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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Reading to City Thameslink Train prices and times

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