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Reading West to London Charing Cross Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading West to London Charing Cross, starting from AU$66.24 and averaging AU$66.24. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 4m. 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	Duration	Find Tickets
10:53 Reading West	12:00 London Charing Cross	1h 7m, Changes required	Find Tickets
11:15 Reading West	12:25 London Charing Cross	1h 10m, Changes required	Find Tickets
11:32 Reading West	12:38 London Charing Cross	1h 6m, Changes required	Find Tickets
11:46 Reading West	12:56 London Charing Cross	1h 10m, Changes required	Find Tickets
12:20 Reading West	13:32 London Charing Cross	1h 12m, Changes required	Find Tickets
12:39 Reading West	13:56 Paris	1h 17m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Reading West to London Charing Cross Train Route Details

First train

00:31

Last train

22:55

Departure station

Reading West

Arrival station

London Charing Cross

Journey time

1h 4m

Distance

61 km

Price

AU$66.24*

Train operators

Southeastern, Great Western Railway, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading West to London Charing Cross

Season Tickets for frequent travel

For frequent travelers between Reading West and London Charing Cross, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for South East England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in South East England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading West to London Charing Cross 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Reading West to London Charing Cross 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 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 West to London Charing Cross, 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%

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 West to London Charing Cross 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Reading West to London Charing Cross 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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