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Neath to Reading train route details

First train
First train
05:11
Last train
Last train
21:47
Departure city
Departure city
Neath
Arrival city
Arrival city
Reading
Journey time
Journey time
2h 9m
Distance
Distance
123 miles
Price
Price
£27.00*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

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05:11
2h 7m, Direct
Neath
07:18
Reading
Great Western Railway
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05:41
2h 7m, Direct
Neath
07:48
Reading
Great Western Railway
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06:09
2h 13m, Direct
Neath
08:22
Reading
Great Western Railway
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06:38
2h 32m, 1 change
Neath
09:10
Reading
Great Western Railway
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07:06
2h 11m, Direct
Neath
09:17
Reading
Great Western Railway
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07:30
2h 19m, Direct
Neath
09:49
Paris
Great Western Railway
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How to book cheap train tickets from Neath to Reading

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Travel during Off-Peak train times

To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
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Group travel deals

Travelling with a group of 3 to 9 people? Most train companies offer group discounts, allowing you to save up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes journeys from Neath to Reading more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues travelling together.
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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.
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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you make the journey between Neath 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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