Tilbury to Reading by train

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Overview: trains from Tilbury to Reading

Find the key information for travelling by train from Tilbury 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 04:37 View journey
Last train 23:38 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 10m View journey
Distance (km) 96
Trains / day 26 View all
Cheapest journey AU$55.41 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 29m
Train operators 4

Explore Tilbury to Reading by train

Thinking about travelling from Tilbury to Reading by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Cost of a train ticket between Tilbury and Reading

The cheapest ticket price along this route is AU$55.41. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 1 and a half months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Train times for travel from Tilbury to Reading

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 04:37 and the last departure is 23:38. On weekends, the first train departs at 04:39 and the last train leaves at 23:01. On average, a total of 26 trains make this journey each day.

Tilbury to Reading distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 96 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 2 hours and 10 minutes.

Booking horizon for travel between Tilbury and Reading

Tickets for travel between Tilbury and Reading can be booked 1 and a half months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Further insights on trains from Tilbury to Reading

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Reading city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Tilbury to Reading

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

The total distance from Tilbury to Reading is 96 kilometres.

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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.