Travel from Rayleigh to Reading by train in 1 hour 41 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Rayleigh to Reading by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Rayleigh to Reading by train is 2 hours 13 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour 41 minutes. You'll usually find 97 trains per day travelling the 68 miles (110 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Reading. Trains on this route are usually operated by either Great Western Railway or Greater Anglia. On board you'll find modern comfortable seating and plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Rayleigh to Reading.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Reading, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
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Cheap train tickets from Rayleigh 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 Rayleigh 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.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
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