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Explore cheap prices from Salford Crescent to Reading West

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Salford Crescent to Reading West, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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Sat24May

£37.30

Sun25May

£37.30

Mon26May

£37.30

Tue27May

£37.30

Wed28May

£37.30

Thu29May

£37.30

Fri30May

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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

Salford Crescent to Reading West train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Salford Crescent to Reading West, starting from £37.30 and averaging £52.00. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 3m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Sat, May 24
Sun, May 25
From £37.30
Mon, May 26
From £37.30
Tue, May 27
From £37.30
Wed, May 28
From £37.30
Thu, May 29
From £37.30
Fri, May 30
From £37.30

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:34 Salford Crescent	08:40 Reading West	8h 6m, No direct	Find Tickets
00:34 Salford Crescent	09:07 Reading West	8h 33m, No direct	Find Tickets
00:34 Salford Crescent	09:40 Reading West	9h 6m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:34 Salford Crescent	11:07 Reading West	4h 33m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:34 Salford Crescent	11:40 Reading West	5h 6m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:44 Salford Crescent	12:10 Paris	5h 26m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Salford Crescent to Reading West train route details

First train

00:34

Last train

22:44

Departure station

Salford Crescent

Arrival station

Reading West

Journey time

4h 3m

Distance

151 miles

Price

£37.30*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Salford Crescent to Reading West

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Salford Crescent to Reading West. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Salford Crescent to Reading West, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving 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 Salford Crescent to Reading West 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.

Salford Crescent to Reading West 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 & Super Off-Peak tickets
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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
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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