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Reading to Waterloo train route details
First train
04:55
Last train
23:52
Journey time
59m
Distance
165 miles
Price
€12.49*
What are the next train times from Reading to Waterloo?
Discover all upcoming Reading to Waterloo services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
04:55 Reading | 06:34 London Waterloo East |   | Find Tickets |
05:39 Reading | 07:03 London Waterloo |  | Find Tickets |
05:43 Reading | 07:03 London Waterloo | | Find Tickets |
05:59 Reading | 07:18 London Waterloo |  | Find Tickets |
06:09 Reading | 07:33 London Waterloo | | Find Tickets |
06:20 Reading | 07:22 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Waterloo from Reading this week
Ticket prices for Reading to Waterloo typically cost around €12.49, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Waterloo
Group travel deals
Travelling with a group of 3 to 9 people? Most train companies offer group discounts, allowing you to save up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes journeys from Reading to Waterloo more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues travelling together.
Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you travel between Reading and Waterloo on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.
Split Tickets discount
It might seem unusual, but buying several cheaper tickets for different sections of your journey can result in substantial savings - and you won't need to move seats at all. Even better, Trip.com automatically finds and arranges these split tickets for you, so there's no complicated planning required.
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
A wide selection of Railcards is available, many providing 1/3 off most train tickets — from the 16-25 and 26-30 Railcards to Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior options. With the 16-17 Saver, you can even get 50% off. Purchasing and storing your Railcard in the Trip.com app is quick and simple, ensuring instant access to generous discounts whenever you travel.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
Anytime tickets
With no time restrictions, Anytime tickets allow travel throughout the entire day. They're a great option if you require maximum flexibility or aren't sure exactly when you'll be travelling.
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Allow for cheaper and more flexible travel when avoiding weekday rush hour times
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
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.