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Reading West to Heathrow Terminal 3 train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading West to Heathrow Terminal 3, starting from £27.60 and averaging £27.60. The entire journey takes no more than 58m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
22:36 Reading West | 23:51 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 | Elizabeth line | Find Tickets |
Reading West to Heathrow Terminal 3 train route details

First train
00:28

Last train
22:36

Journey time
58m

Distance
24 miles

Price
£27.60*
How to book cheap train tickets from Reading West to Heathrow Terminal 3

Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Reading West to Heathrow Terminal 3 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 West to Heathrow Terminal 3 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%
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Reading West to Heathrow Terminal 3, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 West to Heathrow Terminal 3 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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Reading West to Heathrow Terminal 3 more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Reading West to Heathrow Terminal 3 train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
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
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%.


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