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Forest Gate to Reading Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Forest Gate to Reading? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €26.31, with average prices for this route around €37.43.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
10:33 1h 7m, 1 change Forest Gate	11:40 Reading	Find Tickets
10:34 2h 37m, 2 change Forest Gate	13:11 Reading	Find Tickets
10:41 1h 5m, 1 change Forest Gate	11:46 Reading	Find Tickets
10:48 1h 5m, 1 change Forest Gate	11:53 Reading	Find Tickets
11:03 1h 8m, 1 change Forest Gate	12:11 Reading	Find Tickets
11:04 2h 39m, 2 change Forest Gate	13:43 Paris	Find Tickets

Forest Gate to Reading Train Route Details

First train

05:35

Last train

23:56

Departure station

Forest Gate

Arrival city

Reading

Journey time

1h 3m

Distance

45 miles

Price

€26.31*

Train operators

London Overground, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Forest Gate to Reading

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Forest Gate to Reading. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 Forest Gate to Reading, 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 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 Forest Gate to Reading ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group 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.

Forest Gate to Reading train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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