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Stansted Airport to Reading train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Stansted Airport to Reading, starting from £26.15 and averaging £54.70. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 53m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Tue, May 20
Wed, May 21
From £52.20
Thu, May 22
From £52.20
Fri, May 23
From £52.20
Sat, May 24
From £52.20
Sun, May 25
From £26.15
Mon, May 26
From £52.20

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
00:30 Stansted Airport	04:24 Reading	3h 54m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:00 Stansted Airport	08:11 Reading	2h 11m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
06:00 Stansted Airport	08:12 Reading	2h 12m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
06:15 Stansted Airport	08:16 Reading	2h 1m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
06:15 Stansted Airport	08:42 Reading	2h 27m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
06:28 Stansted Airport	08:41 Paris	2h 13m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets View More Trains

Stansted Airport to Reading train route details

First train

00:30

Last train

23:59

Departure station

Stansted Airport

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

1h 53m

Distance

62 miles

Price

£26.15*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Stansted Airport to Reading

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Stansted Airport to Reading 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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about 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 Stansted Airport to Reading, 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 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 Stansted Airport to Reading 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 of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Stansted Airport to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Stansted Airport to Reading train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Stansted Airport to Reading with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional 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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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
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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Trains from Stansted Airport to Reading from £26.15

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Stansted Airport to Reading train prices and times

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