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Reading to Ilford train route details
First train
04:35
Last train
23:13
Journey time
1h 6m
Distance
46 miles
Price
INR 4,010.37*
What are the next train times from Reading to Ilford?
Check all Reading to Ilford journeys scheduled for today, complete with key details such as train times, whether the service is direct, total travel time, and the train operator - everything you need to travel today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
02:24 Reading | 05:40 Ilford |   | Find Tickets |
03:54 Reading | 06:10 Ilford | | Find Tickets |
04:35 Reading | 06:20 Ilford | | Find Tickets |
05:10 Reading | 06:41 Ilford | | Find Tickets |
05:48 Reading | 06:58 Ilford | | Find Tickets |
06:00 Reading | 07:10 Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Ilford
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.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
Season tickets for frequent travellers
Regular commuters travelling between Reading and Ilford - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.
Book in advance
Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Reading to Ilford when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.
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
Season tickets
Offering unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, or annual options, these tickets can help you save around a third on train fares
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
Return train tickets
Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations
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