Penryn to Reading by train

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Overview: trains from Penryn to Reading

Find the key information for travelling by train from Penryn to Reading, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:43 View journey
Last train 23:22 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 12m View journey
Distance (km) 324
Trains / day 23 View all
Cheapest journey AU$114.49 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 10m
Train operators 3

Explore Penryn to Reading by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Penryn to Reading aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train cost between Penryn and Reading

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: AU$114.49

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Penryn to Reading train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 06:43.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 23:22.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 06:46.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 22:50.

  • 23 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 29 minutes.

How long does the train from Penryn to Reading take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 4 hours and 12 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 324 kilometres.

When do tickets between Penryn and Reading go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Penryn and Reading 4 and a half months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Maximising your travels to Reading

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Reading.

FAQs about the train journey from Penryn to Reading

Want to know more about your journey from Penryn to Reading? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey from Penryn to Reading covers 324 kilometres in total.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.