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Purley Oaks to Reading Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Purley Oaks to Reading, starting from 24,55 EUR and averaging 31,51 EUR. The entire journey takes no more than 1 timme 50 minut. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
07:15 2 timme 9 minut, Changes required Purley Oaks	09:24 Reading	Find Tickets
07:32 2 timme 22 minut, Changes required Purley Oaks	09:54 Reading	Find Tickets
07:32 3 timme 18 minut, Changes required Purley Oaks	10:50 Reading	Find Tickets
08:02 2 timme 13 minut, Changes required Purley Oaks	10:15 Reading	Find Tickets
08:26 2 timme 57 minut, Changes required Purley Oaks	11:23 Reading	Find Tickets
08:32 1 timme 56 minut, Changes required Purley Oaks	10:28 Paris	Find Tickets

Purley Oaks to Reading Train Route Details

First train

00:58

Last train

23:45

Departure station

Purley Oaks

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

1 timme 50 minut

Distance

63 km

Price

24,55 EUR*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Purley Oaks to Reading

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Purley Oaks to Reading during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Purley Oaks 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Purley Oaks to Reading, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

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

Purley Oaks to Reading train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Purley Oaks to Reading Train prices and times

Purley Oaks to Reading Train Route Details