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Reading to Highbury & Islington Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to Highbury & Islington, starting from NZD 52.53 and averaging NZD 76.11. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 14m. 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
05:39 2h 3m, Changes required Reading	07:42 Highbury & Islington	London Overground	Find Tickets
05:45 1h 34m, Changes required Reading	07:19 Highbury & Islington	Elizabeth lineLondon Overground	Find Tickets
05:48 1h 24m, Changes required Reading	07:12 Highbury & Islington	Elizabeth lineLondon Overground	Find Tickets
06:00 1h 27m, Changes required Reading	07:27 Highbury & Islington	Elizabeth lineLondon Overground	Find Tickets
06:09 1h 54m, Changes required Reading	08:03 Highbury & Islington	London Overground	Find Tickets
06:14 1h 35m, Changes required Reading	07:49 Paris	Elizabeth lineLondon Overground	Find Tickets

Reading to Highbury & Islington Train Route Details

First train

02:24

Last train

23:52

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Highbury & Islington

Journey time

1h 14m

Distance

62 km

Price

NZD 52.53*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, London Overground, Great Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Highbury & Islington

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 Highbury & Islington. 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 Highbury & Islington 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 Highbury & Islington, 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%

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 Reading to Highbury & Islington 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 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 Highbury & Islington more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Highbury & Islington 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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Reading to Highbury & Islington Train prices and times

Reading to Highbury & Islington Train Route Details