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Ilkeston to Reading train prices and times

Planning a journey from Ilkeston to Reading? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €38.31, with average prices for this route around €132.10. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
07:41 Ilkeston	11:17 Reading	3h 36m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:41 Ilkeston	11:39 Reading	3h 58m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:22 Ilkeston	11:38 Reading	3h 16m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:22 Ilkeston	12:37 Reading	4h 15m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:50 Ilkeston	12:11 Reading	3h 21m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:50 Ilkeston	12:46 Paris	3h 56m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Ilkeston to Reading train route details

First train

05:56

Last train

23:14

Departure station

Ilkeston

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

3h 15m

Distance

107 miles

Price

€38.31*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Ilkeston to Reading

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 Ilkeston to Reading can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Ilkeston 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Ilkeston to Reading, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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 Ilkeston to Reading 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, 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 Ilkeston to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Ilkeston 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 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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