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Reading to Waterloo Train Route Details
First train
04:49
Last train
23:52
Journey time
59m
Distance
265 km
Price
€ 21.61*
What are the next train times from Reading to Waterloo?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Reading to Waterloo happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
04:49 Reading | 07:55 London Waterloo |   | Find Tickets |
05:21 Reading | 08:11 London Waterloo | | Find Tickets |
06:40 Reading | 08:12 London Waterloo | | Find Tickets |
06:50 Reading | 08:40 London Waterloo | | Find Tickets |
06:54 Reading | 08:26 London Waterloo |  | Find Tickets |
07:38 Reading | 08:56 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Waterloo from Reading this week
Fares from Reading to Waterloo usually average around € 21.61, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!
*Prices may change due to real-time fluctuations. Please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Waterloo
Group travel deals
If your party consists of 3 to 9 travelers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Reading to Waterloo more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
Book in advance
Save up to 61% on your journey from Reading to Waterloo by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.
Split Tickets discount
It might seem unusual, but buying several cheaper tickets for different sections of your journey can result in substantial savings - and you won't need to move seats at all. Even better, Trip.com automatically finds and arranges these split tickets for you, so there's no complicated planning required.
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Explore a range of Railcards that typically offer 1/3 off most train tickets, including the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, as well as the 16-17 Saver, which offers 50% off. They’re easy to purchase and store digitally in your Trip.com app, meaning you're only ever a tap away from great savings.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Released up to 12 weeks in advance, these tickets are usually the most budget-friendly choice for savvy travelers
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Provides a more affordable and flexible way to travel by steering clear of weekday rush hours
Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route
First Class tickets
First Class tickets give you a more comfortable ride, with larger seats, extra legroom, and access to premium amenities such as refreshments or quieter carriages on many routes
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