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Reading to London Kings Cross train prices and times

Planning a journey from Reading to London Kings Cross? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as KWD 7.170, with average prices for this route around KWD 13.310. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Mon, Sep 1
From KWD 8.740
Tue, Sep 2
From KWD 8.740
Wed, Sep 3
From KWD 8.510
Thu, Sep 4
From KWD 8.740
Fri, Sep 5
From KWD 8.740
Sat, Sep 6
From KWD 8.740
Sun, Sep 7
From KWD 7.170

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
18:54 Reading	19:55 London Kings Cross	1h 1m, Direct	Find Tickets
19:00 Reading	19:59 London Kings Cross	59m, Direct	Find Tickets
19:03 Reading	20:04 London Kings Cross	1h 1m, Direct	Find Tickets
19:09 Reading	21:14 London Kings Cross	2h 5m, No direct	Find Tickets
19:09 Reading	21:16 London Kings Cross	2h 7m, Direct	Find Tickets
19:13 Reading	20:12 Paris	59m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Reading to London Kings Cross train route details

First train

00:14

Last train

23:55

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

London Kings Cross

Journey time

53m

Distance

38 miles

Price

KWD 7.170*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to London Kings Cross

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Are you frequently traveling between Reading and London Kings Cross on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

To save on train travel in Southeast 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 travellers within this region.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Reading to London Kings Cross can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, 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 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 to London Kings 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 to London Kings Cross ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Reading to London Kings Cross more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to London Kings Cross train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Reading to London Kings Cross from KWD 7.170

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