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Explore cheap prices from Reading to London Paddington
Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Reading to London Paddington, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
Reading to London Paddington train prices and times
Looking to travel from Reading to London Paddington? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £12.65, with average prices for this route around £27.10.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
- Sat, May 24From £21.10
- Sun, May 25From £21.10
- Mon, May 26From £28.79
- Tue, May 27From £21.10
- Wed, May 28From £26.10
- Thu, May 29From £12.65
- Fri, May 30From £26.10
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
00:19 Reading | 01:19 London Paddington | 1h 0m, Direct |  | Find Tickets |
00:39 Reading | 01:20 London Paddington | 41m, Direct | | Find Tickets |
01:15 Reading | 02:02 London Paddington | 47m, Direct | | Find Tickets |
04:13 Reading | 05:04 London Paddington | 51m, Direct | | Find Tickets |
04:55 Reading | 05:37 London Paddington | 42m, Direct | | Find Tickets |
05:39 Reading | 07:39 Paris | 2h 0m, Direct |  | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Reading to London Paddington train route details
First train
00:19
Last train
23:52
Journey time
23m
Distance
35 miles
Price
£12.65*
How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to London Paddington
Season Tickets for frequent travels
Are you frequently traveling between Reading and London Paddington on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.
Network Railcard for Southeast England
By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Reading to London Paddington 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 London Paddington 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%
Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Reading to London Paddington, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.
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 London Paddington 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 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 London Paddington train ticket types
There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and 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%.