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Forest Gate to Reading train route details

First train
First train
05:44
Last train
Last train
23:56
Departure station
Departure station
Forest Gate
Arrival city
Arrival city
Reading
Journey time
Journey time
1h 3m
Distance
Distance
45 miles
Price
Price
KRW 43,814*
Train Operators
Train Operators
London Overground, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

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18:08
1h 3m, 1 change
Forest Gate
19:11
Reading
Elizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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18:14
1h 7m, 1 change
Forest Gate
19:21
Reading
Elizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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18:19
2h 54m, 2 change
Forest Gate
21:13
Reading
London Overground
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18:20
1h 8m, 1 change
Forest Gate
19:28
Reading
Elizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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18:26
1h 12m, 1 change
Forest Gate
19:38
Reading
Elizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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18:38
1h 10m, 1 change
Forest Gate
19:48
Paris
Elizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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Explore the cheapest prices to Reading from Forest Gate this week
Typical ticket prices between Forest Gate and Reading are around KRW 43,814, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!
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Wed11Feb
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Thu12Feb
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Fri13Feb
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Sat14Feb
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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you make the journey between Forest Gate and Reading on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
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Save up to 61% on your journey from Forest Gate to Reading by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.
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Travel during Off-Peak train times

For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.
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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

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