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Thatcham to Reading Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Thatcham to Reading? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $11.74, with average prices for this route around $11.74.

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

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
21:14 20m, Direct Thatcham	21:34 Reading West	Find Tickets
22:04 16m, Direct Thatcham	22:20 Reading	Find Tickets
22:14 18m, Direct Thatcham	22:32 Reading West	Find Tickets
22:53 17m, Direct Thatcham	23:10 Reading West	Find Tickets
23:42 21m, Direct Thatcham	00:03 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Thatcham to Reading Train Route Details

First train

05:33

Last train

23:42

Departure station

Thatcham

Arrival city

Reading

Journey time

13m

Distance

13 miles

Price

$11.74*

Train operators

Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Thatcham to Reading

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 Thatcham to Reading can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 Thatcham to Reading, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Thatcham to Reading ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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

Thatcham to Reading train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Thatcham to Reading Train prices and times

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