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Reading to Waterloo train route details

First train
First train
22:39
Last train
Last train
23:52
Departure city
Departure city
Reading
Arrival city
Arrival city
Waterloo
Journey time
Journey time
1h 5m
Distance
Distance
165 miles
Price
Price
VND 673,033.00*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Elizabeth line, Southeastern, Great Western Railway

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22:39
1h 24m, Direct
Reading
00:03
+1
London Waterloo
South Western Railway
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22:42
1h 5m, Direct
Reading
23:47
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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23:05
1h 8m, Direct
Reading
00:13
+1
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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23:09
1h 25m, Direct
Reading
00:34
+1
London Waterloo
South Western Railway
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23:12
1h 6m, Direct
Reading
00:18
+1
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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23:15
1h 38m, 1 change
Reading
00:53
+1
Paris
Great Western RailwaySoutheastern
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Ticket prices for Reading to Waterloo typically cost around VND 673,033.00, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!
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How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Waterloo

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Season tickets for frequent travellers

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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.
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Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Reading to Waterloo when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.

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