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Reading to Didcot train route details
First train
05:40
Last train
23:33
Journey time
11m
Distance
16 miles
Price
£9.50*
What are the next train times from Reading to Didcot?
Discover all upcoming Reading to Didcot services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
00:04 Reading | 00:18 Didcot Parkway |  | Find Tickets |
00:26 Reading | 00:51 Didcot Parkway | | Find Tickets |
01:15 Reading | 01:36 Didcot Parkway | | Find Tickets |
05:40 Reading | 05:57 Didcot Parkway | | Find Tickets |
05:49 Reading | 06:01 Didcot Parkway | | Find Tickets |
05:50 Reading | 06:15 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Didcot from Reading this week
Ticket prices for Reading to Didcot typically cost around £9.50, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Didcot
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.
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 Reading to Didcot more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues travelling together.
Book in advance
Save up to 61% on your journey from Reading to Didcot 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.
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.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Typically available up to 12 weeks before departure, they offer the most economical option for those looking to save on travel
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Provides a more affordable and flexible way to travel by steering clear of weekday rush hours
Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route
Season tickets
Allowing unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, and annual options, you can save approximately 1/3 on train fares
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