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Reading to Guildford train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to Guildford, starting from SAR 66.60 and averaging SAR 66.60. The entire journey takes no more than 35m. 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	Find Tickets
18:54 38m, Direct Reading	19:32 Guildford	Find Tickets
19:24 43m, Direct Reading	20:07 Guildford	Find Tickets
19:54 42m, Direct Reading	20:36 Guildford	Find Tickets
20:22 43m, Direct Reading	21:05 Guildford	Find Tickets
20:54 44m, Direct Reading	21:38 Guildford	Find Tickets
21:36 43m, Direct Reading	22:19 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading to Guildford train route details

First train

04:32

Last train

23:33

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Guildford

Journey time

35m

Distance

23 miles

Price

SAR 66.60*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Guildford

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading to Guildford 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 Guildford 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 for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Reading to Guildford, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

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 Guildford 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 travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Reading to Guildford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Guildford train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Reading to Guildford with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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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
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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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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of 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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