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Reading to Elmers End train prices and times

Planning a journey from Reading to Elmers End? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £25.20, with average prices for this route around £32.10. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
00:19 Reading	08:23 Elmers End	8h 4m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:20 Reading	08:53 Elmers End	2h 33m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:53 Reading	09:23 Elmers End	2h 30m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
07:42 Reading	09:53 Elmers End	2h 11m, No direct		Find Tickets
07:54 Reading	10:23 Elmers End	2h 29m, No direct		Find Tickets
08:23 Reading	10:23 Paris	2h 0m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets View More Trains

Reading to Elmers End train route details

First train

00:19

Last train

22:54

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Elmers End

Journey time

1h 41m

Distance

41 miles

Price

£25.20*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Southeastern, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Elmers End

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading to Elmers End 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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 Reading to Elmers End, 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 Reading to Elmers End 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.

Reading to Elmers End 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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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 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%.

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