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Paignton to Reading train route details
First train
05:57
Last train
20:10
Journey time
2h 34m
Distance
133 miles
Price
€33.31*
What are the next train times from Paignton to Reading?
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| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:57 Paignton | 08:35 Reading |  | Find Tickets |
06:34 Paignton | 09:30 Reading | | Find Tickets |
07:39 Paignton | 10:50 Reading |  | Find Tickets |
08:15 Paignton | 10:58 Reading | | Find Tickets |
08:45 Paignton | 11:40 Reading | | Find Tickets |
09:16 Paignton | 12:00 Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Paignton to Reading
Book in advance
Save up to 61% on your journey from Paignton to Reading by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.
Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you make the journey between Paignton and Reading on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
Group travel deals
If your party consists of 3 to 9 travellers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Paignton to Reading more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Released up to 12 weeks in advance, these tickets are usually the most budget-friendly choice for savvy travellers
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Allow for cheaper and more flexible travel when avoiding weekday rush hour times
Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route
Season tickets
With weekly, monthly, and annual versions, these tickets provide unlimited travel between two stations and typically reduce fares by about 1/3
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