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Hackbridge to Reading Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Hackbridge to Reading, starting from €21.70 and averaging €38.49. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 31m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:52 1h 39m, 2 change Hackbridge	07:31 Reading	Find Tickets
05:52 1h 52m, 1 change Hackbridge	07:44 Reading	Find Tickets
06:18 1h 53m, 1 change Hackbridge	08:11 Reading	Find Tickets
06:22 1h 32m, 2 change Hackbridge	07:54 Reading	Find Tickets
06:22 1h 50m, 1 change Hackbridge	08:12 Reading	Find Tickets
06:48 1h 55m, 1 change Hackbridge	08:43 Paris	Find Tickets

Hackbridge to Reading Train Route Details

First train

05:52

Last train

23:47

Departure station

Hackbridge

Arrival city

Reading

Journey time

1h 31m

Distance

37 miles

Price

€21.70*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Hackbridge to Reading

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Hackbridge to Reading can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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

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 Hackbridge 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Hackbridge to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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