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Penychain to Reading Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Penychain to Reading? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £34.50, with average prices for this route around £34.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
06:36 7 hours 5 minutes, Changes required Penychain	13:41 Reading	Find Tickets
07:31 7 hours 11 minutes, Changes required Penychain	14:42 Reading	Find Tickets
09:41 6 hours 59 minutes, Changes required Penychain	16:40 Reading	Find Tickets
11:44 6 hours 57 minutes, Changes required Penychain	18:41 Reading	Find Tickets
13:45 6 hours 58 minutes, Changes required Penychain	20:43 Reading	Find Tickets
15:44 6 hours 54 minutes, Changes required Penychain	22:38 Paris	Find Tickets

Penychain to Reading Train Route Details

First train

06:36

Last train

20:33

Departure station

Penychain

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

6 hours 54 minutes

Distance

280 km

Price

£34.50*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Penychain 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 Penychain 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 Penychain 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 Penychain 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Penychain 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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Penychain to Reading Train prices and times

Penychain to Reading Train Route Details