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Find the best prices from Reading to Croydon

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

DKK 214.91

Thu15Jan

DKK 214.91

Fri16Jan

DKK 214.91

Sat17Jan

DKK 214.91

Sun18Jan

DKK 214.91

Mon19Jan

DKK 214.91

Tue20Jan

DKK 214.91

Wed21Jan

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Reading to Croydon train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to Croydon, starting from DKK 214.91 and averaging DKK 288.14. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 19m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
07:35 1h 24m, 2 change Reading	08:59 East Croydon	Find Tickets
07:39 1h 43m, 1 change Reading	09:22 East Croydon	Find Tickets
07:51 1h 24m, 2 change Reading	09:15 East Croydon	Find Tickets
07:52 1h 41m, 1 change Reading	09:33 East Croydon	Find Tickets
07:54 1h 34m, 1 change Reading	09:28 East Croydon	Find Tickets
08:02 1h 26m, 2 change Reading	09:28 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading to Croydon train route details

First train

04:32

Last train

23:52

Departure city

Reading

Arrival city

Croydon

Journey time

1h 19m

Distance

40 miles

Price

DKK 214.91*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Croydon

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading to Croydon 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 for greater savings

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 Reading to Croydon, 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%

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 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 Reading to Croydon more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Croydon 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 tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the 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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