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Explore cheap prices from West Drayton to Reading

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

£8.00

Fri23May

£8.40

Sat24May

£15.30

Sun25May

£15.30

Mon26May

£15.30

Tue27May

£15.30

Wed28May

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Thu29May

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

West Drayton to Reading train prices and times

Planning a journey from West Drayton to Reading? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £8.00, with average prices for this route around £16.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Fri, May 23
From £8.00
Sat, May 24
From £8.40
Sun, May 25
From £15.30
Mon, May 26
From £15.30
Tue, May 27
From £15.30
Wed, May 28
From £15.30
Thu, May 29

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
00:10 West Drayton	01:14 Reading	1h 4m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
01:05 West Drayton	01:41 Reading	36m, Direct		Find Tickets
02:02 West Drayton	02:30 Reading	28m, Direct		Find Tickets
03:55 West Drayton	04:24 Reading	29m, Direct		Find Tickets
05:38 West Drayton	06:11 Reading	33m, Direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
06:08 West Drayton	06:40 Paris	32m, Direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets View More Trains

West Drayton to Reading train route details

First train

00:10

Last train

23:37

Departure station

West Drayton

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

28m

Distance

23 miles

Price

£8.00*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from West Drayton to Reading

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from West Drayton to Reading. 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from West Drayton to Reading 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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from West Drayton to Reading, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

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.

West Drayton to Reading train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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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Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen 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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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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