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Forest Gate to Reading Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Forest Gate to Reading? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 406,62 kr, with average prices for this route around 406,62 kr.

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

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
17:38 1 timme 4 minut, Changes required Forest Gate	18:42 Reading	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
17:43 1 timme 5 minut, Changes required Forest Gate	18:48 Reading	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
17:53 1 timme 4 minut, Changes required Forest Gate	18:57 Reading	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
18:08 1 timme 3 minut, Changes required Forest Gate	19:11 Reading	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
18:14 1 timme 7 minut, Changes required Forest Gate	19:21 Reading	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
18:20 1 timme 8 minut, Changes required Forest Gate	19:28 Paris	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets

Forest Gate to Reading Train Route Details

First train

00:11

Last train

23:56

Departure station

Forest Gate

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

1 timme 3 minut

Distance

71 km

Price

406,62 kr*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Forest Gate to Reading

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Forest Gate to Reading. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Forest Gate to Reading for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Forest Gate 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Forest Gate to Reading ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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

Forest Gate to Reading train ticket types

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Forest Gate to Reading Train prices and times

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