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Outbound fromLondon St Pancras International to Reading by train
It takes an average of 1h 16m to travel from London St Pancras International to Reading by train, over a distance of around 37 miles (59 km). There are normally 4 trains per day travelling from London St Pancras International to Reading and tickets for this journey start from £25.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:24 | |
| Departure station | London St Pancras International | |
| Arrival station | Reading | |
| Journey time | From 1h 0m | |
| Distance | 37 miles (59 km) | |
| Frequency | 4 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £25.90 | |
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About the train journey from London St Pancras International to Reading
Want to travel from London St Pancras International to Reading by train? Start your journey with us.
The train from London St Pancras International to Reading usually takes 1 hour 16 minutes on average to travel 37 miles (59 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 1 hour. You can expect to find 4 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Reading, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. Hop on a train operated by either Great Western Railway or Thameslink to reach your destination in no time. These train companies are the main operators of services on this route and run modern comfortable trains to make your journey as relaxing as possible.
You can save money on train tickets from London St Pancras International to Reading if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £25.90. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from London St Pancras International to Reading
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London St Pancras International to Reading is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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