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Reading to Waterloo Train Route Details

First train
First train
19:24
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

What are the next train times from Reading to Waterloo?

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19:24
2h 19m, 2 change
Reading
21:43
London Waterloo
South Western Railway
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19:26
1h 14m, Direct
Reading
20:40
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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19:45
1h 6m, Direct
Reading
20:51
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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19:54
2h 16m, 2 change
Reading
22:10
London Waterloo
South Western Railway
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20:04
1h 8m, Direct
Reading
21:12
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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20:15
1h 21m, Direct
Reading
21:36
Paris
Great Western Railway
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Explore the cheapest prices to Waterloo from Reading this week

Typical ticket prices between Reading and Waterloo are around €21.63, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!

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Sun19Apr
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Mon20Apr
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Tue21Apr
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Wed22Apr
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Thu23Apr
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Fri24Apr
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*Prices may change due to real-time fluctuations. Please refer to the latest price.

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How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Waterloo

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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

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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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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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