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Reading to Waterloo train route details

First train
First train
04:35
Last train
Last train
23:52
Departure city
Departure city
Reading
Arrival city
Arrival city
Waterloo
Journey time
Journey time
59m
Distance
Distance
38 miles
Price
Price
€21.90*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Elizabeth line, Southeastern, Great Western Railway

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04:35
1h 40m, Direct
Reading
06:15
Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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05:10
1h 24m, Direct
Reading
06:34
Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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05:39
1h 29m, Direct
Reading
07:08
Waterloo
South Western Railway
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05:48
1h 5m, Direct
Reading
06:53
Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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06:00
1h 10m, Direct
Reading
07:10
Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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06:09
1h 27m, Direct
Reading
07:36
Paris
South Western Railway
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Ticket prices for Reading to Waterloo typically cost around €21.90, 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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Sat16May
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Sun17May
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Mon18May
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Tue19May
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How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Waterloo

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Travel during Off-Peak train times

To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you travel between Reading and Waterloo on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.
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Group travel deals

If your party consists of 3 to 9 travellers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Reading to Waterloo more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
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Book in advance

Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Reading to Waterloo. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.

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