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Didcot to Reading train route details
First train
05:47
Last train
23:52
Journey time
12m
Distance
16 miles
Price
£9.50*
What are the next train times from Didcot to Reading?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Didcot to Reading happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:47 Didcot Parkway | 06:12 Reading |  | Find Tickets |
06:04 Didcot Parkway | 06:17 Reading | | Find Tickets |
06:17 Didcot Parkway | 06:40 Reading | | Find Tickets |
06:27 Didcot Parkway | 06:40 Reading | | Find Tickets |
06:35 Didcot Parkway | 06:48 Reading | | Find Tickets |
06:38 Didcot Parkway | 07:01 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Reading from Didcot this week
Fares from Didcot to Reading usually average around £9.50, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Didcot to Reading
Season tickets for frequent travellers
Regular commuters travelling between Didcot and Reading - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.
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Group travel deals
If you are travelling in a group of 3 to 9 people, you can take advantage of group discounts (offered by most train companies) for up to 1/3 off standard fares. This can make travelling from Didcot to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Explore a range of Railcards that typically offer 1/3 off most train tickets, including the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, as well as the 16-17 Saver, which offers 50% off. They’re easy to purchase and store digitally in your Trip.com app, meaning you're only ever a tap away from great savings.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets combine flexibility with value, letting you travel on any 8 days within a 28-day period. It's an ideal choice if you don't commute every day but want discounted fares.
Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route
First Class tickets
First Class tickets offer a more premium travel experience, typically including wider seats, extra space, quieter coaches, and complimentary refreshments on many services for added comfort
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