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Reading to Waterloo train route details

First train
First train
04:57
Last train
Last train
23:52
Departure city
Departure city
Reading
Arrival city
Arrival city
Waterloo
Journey time
Journey time
1h 4m
Distance
Distance
165 miles
Price
Price
HK$191.07*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Elizabeth line, Southeastern, Great Western Railway

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04:14
3h 11m, 2 change
Reading
07:25
London Waterloo
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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04:57
2h 58m, 1 change
Reading
07:55
London Waterloo
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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05:21
3h 4m, 2 change
Reading
08:25
London Waterloo
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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05:51
3h 4m, 2 change
Reading
08:55
London Waterloo
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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06:21
3h 4m, 2 change
Reading
09:25
London Waterloo
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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06:38
1h 34m, Direct
Reading
08:12
Paris
Great Western Railway
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Ticket prices for Reading to Waterloo typically cost around HK$191.07, 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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