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Reading to Farringdon train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to Farringdon, starting from £12.25 and averaging £30.10. The entire journey takes no more than 48m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Sun, May 18
From £20.30
Mon, May 19
From £12.25
Tue, May 20
From £20.30
Wed, May 21
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Thu, May 22
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Fri, May 23
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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
06:25 Reading	07:50 Farringdon	1h 25m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:53 Reading	08:15 Farringdon	1h 22m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
07:53 Reading	08:53 Farringdon	1h 0m, Direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
07:54 Reading	10:30 Farringdon	2h 36m, No direct		Find Tickets
07:54 Reading	11:04 Farringdon	3h 10m, Direct		Find Tickets
08:21 Reading	09:15 Paris	54m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets View More Trains

Reading to Farringdon train route details

First train

06:25

Last train

23:52

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Farringdon

Journey time

48m

Distance

38 miles

Price

£12.25*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Farringdon

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading to Farringdon 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 Reading to Farringdon 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 Reading to Farringdon, 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Reading to Farringdon ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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

Reading to Farringdon 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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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
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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Trains from Reading to Farringdon from £12.25

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Reading to Farringdon train prices and times

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