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Maidenhead to Reading train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Maidenhead to Reading, starting from £8.70 and averaging £9.10. The entire journey takes no more than 14m. 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 | Operator | Find Tickets |
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00:06 Maidenhead | 00:23 Reading | 17m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
00:34 Maidenhead | 00:49 Reading | 15m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
01:26 Maidenhead | 01:41 Reading | 15m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
02:15 Maidenhead | 02:29 Reading | 14m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
04:09 Maidenhead | 04:25 Reading | 16m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:57 Maidenhead | 06:11 Paris | 14m, Direct | Elizabeth line | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Maidenhead to Reading train route details

First train
00:06

Last train
23:27

Journey time
14m

Distance
13 miles

Price
£8.70*
How to book cheap train tickets from Maidenhead to Reading

Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Maidenhead to Reading during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Maidenhead 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 Maidenhead 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 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 Maidenhead 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 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.
Maidenhead to Reading train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Maidenhead to Reading with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.