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Find the best prices from Reading to Derby

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

MYR 51.53

Sat24Jan

MYR 103.05

Sun25Jan

MYR 103.05

Mon26Jan

MYR 103.05

Tue27Jan

MYR 103.05

Wed28Jan

MYR 62.65

Thu29Jan

MYR 103.05

Fri30Jan

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

Reading to Derby Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading to Derby? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as MYR 51.53, with average prices for this route around MYR 107.17.

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

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
14:45 2h 13m, Direct Reading	16:58 Derby	Find Tickets
14:49 2h 38m, 1 change Reading	17:27 Derby	Find Tickets
15:15 2h 21m, 1 change Reading	17:36 Derby	Find Tickets
15:45 2h 13m, Direct Reading	17:58 Derby	Find Tickets
15:50 2h 37m, 1 change Reading	18:27 Derby	Find Tickets
16:15 2h 26m, 1 change Reading	18:41 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading to Derby Train Route Details

First train

04:55

Last train

21:17

Departure city

Reading

Arrival city

Derby

Journey time

2h 12m

Distance

166 km

Price

MYR 51.53*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Derby

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Reading to Derby. 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 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 Derby, 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%

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 Derby more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Derby train ticket types

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