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Hackney Downs to Reading Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Hackney Downs to Reading? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €26.37, with average prices for this route around €37.51. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:28 Hackney Downs | 06:51 Reading |   | Find Tickets |
05:28 Hackney Downs | 07:10 Reading | | Find Tickets |
05:52 Hackney Downs | 08:11 Reading |  | Find Tickets |
05:56 Hackney Downs | 07:11 Reading | | Find Tickets |
05:56 Hackney Downs | 07:25 Reading | | Find Tickets |
06:11 Hackney Downs | 07:31 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Hackney Downs to Reading Train Route Details
First train
05:28
Last train
23:48
Journey time
1h 14m
Distance
41 miles
Price
€26.37*
How to book cheap train tickets from Hackney Downs 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 Hackney Downs to Reading can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Hackney Downs to Reading, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
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 Hackney Downs 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 traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Hackney Downs to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Hackney Downs 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:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak hours, with cheaper prices.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
This is 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.