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Reading to East Malling Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to East Malling, starting from AU$98.22 and averaging AU$98.22. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 3m. 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	Find Tickets
03:54 3h 16m, Changes required Reading	07:10 East Malling	Find Tickets
05:10 2h 41m, Changes required Reading	07:51 East Malling	Find Tickets
06:00 2h 21m, Changes required Reading	08:21 East Malling	Find Tickets
06:36 2h 15m, Changes required Reading	08:51 East Malling	Find Tickets
07:07 2h 14m, Changes required Reading	09:21 East Malling	Find Tickets
07:38 2h 13m, Changes required Reading	09:51 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading to East Malling Train Route Details

First train

03:54

Last train

22:46

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

East Malling

Journey time

2h 3m

Distance

101 km

Price

AU$98.22*

Train operators

Southeastern, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to East Malling

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 East Malling. 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Reading to East Malling for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 Reading to East Malling, 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, 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 Reading to East Malling more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to East Malling 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 East Malling Train prices and times

Reading to East Malling Train Route Details