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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 CAD 62.74 and averaging CAD 62.74. 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	Find Tickets
13:33 1h 14m, Changes required Reading West	14:47 London Charing Cross	Find Tickets
13:52 1h 8m, Changes required Reading West	15:00 London Charing Cross	Find Tickets
14:20 1h 12m, Changes required Reading West	15:32 London Charing Cross	Find Tickets
14:37 1h 8m, Changes required Reading West	15:45 London Charing Cross	Find Tickets
14:56 1h 13m, Changes required Reading West	16:09 London Charing Cross	Find Tickets
15:22 1h 10m, Changes required Reading West	16:32 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading West to London Charing Cross Train Route Details

First train

00:28

Last train

22:36

Departure station

Reading West

Arrival station

London Charing Cross

Journey time

1h 4m

Distance

61 km

Price

CAD 62.74*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

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

Season Tickets for frequent travel

If you frequently travel between Reading West and London Charing Cross, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for South East England

To save on train travel in South East England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it's highly advantageous for frequent travelers within this region.

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Reading West to London Charing Cross can result in significant cost savings.

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%

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 West to London Charing Cross more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading West to London Charing Cross 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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