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It takes an average of 2h 32m to travel from Reading to West Malling by train, over a distance of around 61 miles (98 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Reading to West Malling and tickets for this journey start from £46.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:09 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 07:24 | |
| Departure station | Reading | |
| Arrival station | West Malling | |
| Journey time | From 2h 22m | |
| Distance | 61 miles (98 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £46.50 | |
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How to travel from Reading to West Malling by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Reading to West Malling? Look no further.
You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Reading and West Malling, which usually take 2 hours 32 minutes to complete the 61 miles (98 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 22 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to West Malling by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. South Western Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Reading to West Malling start from £46.50 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to West Malling? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from Reading to West Malling
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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 Reading to West Malling 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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