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Find the best prices from Bath to Reading

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

£16.00

Mon29Dec

£10.75

Tue30Dec

£16.00

Wed31Dec

£16.00

Thu1Jan

£16.00

Fri2Jan

£16.00

Sat3Jan

£16.00

Sun4Jan

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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

Bath to Reading train prices and times

Planning a journey from Bath to Reading? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £10.75, with average prices for this route around £16.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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07:13 57m, Direct Bath Spa	08:10 Reading	Find Tickets
07:43 56m, Direct Bath Spa	08:39 Reading	Find Tickets
08:13 57m, Direct Bath Spa	09:10 Reading	Find Tickets
08:44 56m, Direct Bath Spa	09:40 Reading	Find Tickets
09:13 57m, Direct Bath Spa	10:10 Reading	Find Tickets
09:43 56m, Direct Bath Spa	10:39 Paris	Find Tickets

Bath to Reading train route details

First train

06:02

Last train

23:05

Departure station

Bath

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

56m

Distance

60 miles

Price

£10.75*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bath to Reading

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Bath 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 Bath 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 Bath 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Bath to Reading ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Bath 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 & 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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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
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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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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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