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Five Ways to Reading train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Five Ways to Reading, starting from £24.30 and averaging £32.00. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 55m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
06:39 Five Ways | 08:48 Reading |   | Find Tickets |
07:39 Five Ways | 09:43 Reading | | Find Tickets |
08:09 Five Ways | 10:07 Reading | | Find Tickets |
08:39 Five Ways | 10:45 Reading | | Find Tickets |
09:10 Five Ways | 11:05 Reading | | Find Tickets |
09:39 Five Ways | 11:40 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Five Ways to Reading train route details
First train
06:39
Last train
22:39
Journey time
1h 55m
Distance
81 miles
Price
£24.30*
How to book cheap train tickets from Five Ways to Reading
Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Five Ways 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
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Five Ways 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 for greater savings
Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Five Ways to Reading, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.
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 Five Ways 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 Five Ways to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Five Ways 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 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
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
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.