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Reading to Waterloo Train Route Details

First train
First train
20:13
Last train
Last train
23:52
Departure city
Departure city
Reading
Arrival city
Arrival city
Waterloo
Journey time
Journey time
59m
Distance
Distance
165 miles
Price
Price
€21.63*
Train operators
Train operators
Elizabeth line, Southeastern, Great Western Railway

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20:13
1h 4m, Direct
Reading
21:17
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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20:34
1h 6m, Direct
Reading
21:40
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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20:37
1h 5m, Direct
Reading
21:42
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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20:39
1h 24m, Direct
Reading
22:03
London Waterloo
South Western Railway
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20:44
1h 5m, Direct
Reading
21:49
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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20:47
1h 4m, Direct
Reading
21:51
Paris
Great Western Railway
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Explore the cheapest prices to Waterloo from Reading this week

Ticket prices for Reading to Waterloo typically cost around €21.63, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!

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Travel during Off-Peak train times

We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by traveling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip traveling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.
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Book in advance

Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Reading to Waterloo. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.

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