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Reading to Worcester train prices and times

Planning a journey from Reading to Worcester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £6.00, with average prices for this route around £6.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
20:01 2h 5m, Direct Reading	22:06 Worcester Shrub Hill	Find Tickets
20:19 1h 40m, Direct Reading	21:59 Worcester Shrub Hill	Find Tickets
21:18 1h 39m, Direct Reading	22:57 Worcester Shrub Hill	Find Tickets
22:18 1h 43m, Direct Reading	00:01 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading to Worcester train route details

First train

06:18

Last train

22:18

Departure city

Reading

Arrival city

Worcester

Journey time

1h 31m

Distance

74 miles

Price

£6.00*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Worcester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Reading to Worcester can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Reading to Worcester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 Reading to Worcester 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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Reading to Worcester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Worcester train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Reading to Worcester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
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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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
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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