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Didcot Parkway to Reading train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Didcot Parkway to Reading, starting from AU$17.25 and averaging AU$18.80. The entire journey takes no more than 11m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:24 Didcot Parkway	00:36 Reading	12m, Direct	Find Tickets
04:10 Didcot Parkway	04:37 Reading	27m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:11 Didcot Parkway	05:34 Reading	23m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:33 Didcot Parkway	05:46 Reading	13m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:46 Didcot Parkway	05:58 Reading	12m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:50 Didcot Parkway	06:18 Paris	28m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Didcot Parkway to Reading train route details

First train

00:24

Last train

23:38

Departure station

Didcot Parkway

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

11m

Distance

17 miles

Price

AU$17.25*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Didcot Parkway 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 Didcot Parkway 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Didcot Parkway to Reading 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 Didcot Parkway 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 Didcot Parkway 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 travelling 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 travelling from Didcot Parkway to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Didcot Parkway to Reading 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 offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional 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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Trains from Didcot Parkway to Reading from AU$17.25*

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Didcot Parkway to Reading train prices and times

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