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Reading to Clapham Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Reading to Clapham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $25.71, with average prices for this route around $25.71. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
04:14 3h 1m, 2 change Reading	07:15 Clapham Junction	Find Tickets
04:49 2h 56m, 2 change Reading	07:45 Clapham Junction	Find Tickets
05:21 2h 44m, 2 change Reading	08:05 Clapham Junction	Find Tickets
05:51 2h 34m, 2 change Reading	08:25 Clapham Junction	Find Tickets
06:21 2h 18m, 2 change Reading	08:39 Clapham Junction	Find Tickets
06:25 1h 48m, 1 change Reading	08:13 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading to Clapham Train Route Details

First train

04:49

Last train

23:52

Departure city

Reading

Arrival city

Clapham

Journey time

1h 13m

Distance

37 miles

Price

$25.71*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Clapham

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 Reading to Clapham 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 Reading to Clapham 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 Reading to Clapham, 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 Reading to Clapham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Clapham 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:

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