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Reading to Waterloo Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading to Waterloo? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as JPY 3,450, with average prices for this route around JPY 7,110.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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17:02
59m, Direct
Reading
18:01
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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Reading
18:05
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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17:09
1h 26m, Direct
Reading
18:35
London Waterloo
South Western Railway
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17:12
59m, Direct
Reading
18:11
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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17:26
1h 5m, Direct
Reading
18:31
London Waterloo
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17:35
1h 1m, Direct
Reading
18:36
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Reading to Waterloo Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:35
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
JPY 3,450*
Train operators
Train operators
Elizabeth line, Southeastern, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Waterloo

Traveling in off-peak train times

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 Waterloo can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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 Waterloo 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

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 Waterloo, 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%

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

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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