Grantham to Reading by train
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Overview: trains from Grantham to Reading
Find the key information for travelling by train from Grantham 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.
From Grantham to Reading by train
Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Grantham to Reading by train. With 45 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.
Cost of train travel from Grantham to Reading
Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Grantham to Reading:
Cheapest ticket: £79.50
Pricing when booking a month in advance:
Pricing when booking a week in advance:
Comparing train prices with Rail Europe
Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.
Train schedule for travel between Grantham and Reading
While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 45 trains make this journey of 163 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Grantham is at 05:48 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 21:54.
During the weekend, 06:17 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 21:29 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 14 minutes.
Travel time and distance between Grantham and Reading
The route’s fastest journey takes 2 hours and 20 minutes, covering a total of 163 kilometres.
Booking Grantham to Reading trains in advance
Booking your Grantham to Reading tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 3 months before departure.
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Additional information on train travel from Grantham to Reading
Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Reading city guide to start planning your getaway.
FAQs about the train journey from Grantham to Reading
Want to know more about your journey from Grantham 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 Grantham to Reading is 163 kilometres.
The minimum fare on this route is £79.50. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .
You can purchase tickets for this route 3 months in advance.
The fastest travel time is 2 hours and 20 minutes.
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