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Explore cheap prices from Derby to Reading

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Derby to Reading, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

£18.10

Tue3Jun

£18.10

Wed4Jun

£18.10

Thu5Jun

£18.10

Fri6Jun

£18.10

Sat7Jun

£18.10

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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

Derby to Reading train prices and times

Looking to travel from Derby to Reading? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £18.10, with average prices for this route around £104.00.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
04:00 Derby	07:52 Reading	3h 52m, No direct	Find Tickets
04:47 Derby	08:11 Reading	3h 24m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:30 Derby	08:22 Reading	2h 52m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:02 Derby	08:53 Reading	2h 51m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:10 Derby	09:11 Reading	3h 1m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:28 Derby	09:23 Paris	2h 55m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Derby to Reading train route details

First train

04:00

Last train

22:50

Departure station

Derby

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

2h 12m

Distance

104 miles

Price

£18.10*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Derby to Reading

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Derby to Reading. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about 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 Derby to Reading, 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Derby to Reading ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels 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.

Derby to Reading 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:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
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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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.

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