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Reading to Waterloo Train Route Details
First train
10:58
Last train
23:52
Journey time
59m
Distance
165 miles
Price
€21.61*
What are the next train times from Reading to Waterloo?
Discover all upcoming Reading to Waterloo services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
10:58 Reading | 12:05 London Waterloo |  | Find Tickets |
11:05 Reading | 12:11 London Waterloo | | Find Tickets |
11:14 Reading | 12:22 London Waterloo | | Find Tickets |
11:16 Reading | 12:35 London Waterloo | | Find Tickets |
11:24 Reading | 13:07 London Waterloo |  | Find Tickets |
11:26 Reading | 12:40 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Waterloo from Reading this week
Ticket prices for Reading to Waterloo typically cost around €21.61, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!
*Prices may change due to real-time fluctuations. Please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Waterloo
Group travel deals
Traveling with a group of 3 to 9 people? Most train companies offer group discounts, allowing you to save up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes journeys from Reading to Waterloo more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues traveling together.
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.
Split Tickets discount
It might seem unusual, but buying several cheaper tickets for different sections of your journey can result in substantial savings - and you won't need to move seats at all. Even better, Trip.com automatically finds and arranges these split tickets for you, so there's no complicated planning required.
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Explore a range of Railcards that typically offer 1/3 off most train tickets, including the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, as well as the 16-17 Saver, which offers 50% off. They’re easy to purchase and store digitally in your Trip.com app, meaning you're only ever a tap away from great savings.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Typically available up to 12 weeks before departure, they offer the most economical option for those looking to save on travel
Return train tickets
Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations
Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets suit travelers who commute a few days a week, offering 8 days of unlimited travel in a 28-day period—which often works out cheaper than buying tickets on an individual daily basis
Season tickets
With weekly, monthly, and annual versions, these tickets provide unlimited travel between two stations and typically reduce fares by about 1/3
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.