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Thatcham to Reading train route details

First train
09:00

Last train
23:28

Journey time
16m

Distance
13 miles

Price
£8.40*
What are the next train times from Thatcham to Reading?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Thatcham to Reading happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
11:02 Thatcham | 11:19 Reading | ![]() | Find Tickets |
11:59 Thatcham | 12:16 Reading West | ![]() | Find Tickets |
12:58 Thatcham | 13:15 Reading | ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:59 Thatcham | 14:16 Reading West | ![]() | Find Tickets |
15:01 Thatcham | 15:18 Reading | ![]() | Find Tickets |
15:59 Thatcham | 16:16 Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Thatcham to Reading

Group travel deals
If you are travelling in a group of 3 to 9 people, you can take advantage of group discounts (offered by most train companies) for up to 1/3 off standard fares. This can make travelling from Thatcham to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Book in advance
Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Thatcham to Reading when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.

Split Tickets discount
It may sound odd, but splitting your journey into smaller segments by purchasing separate, cheaper tickets can often lead to significant savings, all while you remain in the same seat for the entire trip. The best part? Trip.com handles these splits for you, meaning you don't have to do any painstaking planning.

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Typically available up to 12 weeks before departure, they offer the most economical option for those looking to save on travel

Anytime tickets
Anytime tickets offer complete flexibility, allowing you to travel at any point during the day without restrictions. They're ideal if your plans may change or you need full freedom when travelling.

Season tickets
With weekly, monthly, and annual versions, these tickets provide unlimited travel between two stations and typically reduce fares by about 1/3

Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets suit travellers who commute a few days a week, offering 8 days of unlimited travel in a 28-day period—which often works out cheaper than buying tickets on an individual daily basis
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.









