Watford to Reading by train
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Overview: trains from Watford to Reading
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Train travel between Watford and Reading: train ticket prices
Cost of train tickets from Watford to Reading:
Cheapest tickets: €37.96
Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:
Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:
Tickets go on sale 4 and a half months in advance.
Watford to Reading departure timetable
On this route, 82 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Watford at 05:11 and the last leaving at 20:01 during the week.
For weekend travel to Reading, the earliest departure is at 06:17 and the last one is at 22:55. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 8 minutes.
What are the travel time and distance for trains from Watford to Reading?
On this route spanning 46 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 1 hour and 23 minutes.
How early can you book train tickets from Watford to Reading?
Tickets on this route typically go on sale 4 and a half months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.
More information on train travel from Watford to Reading
Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Reading city guide to get you started.
FAQs about the train journey from Watford to Reading
Want to know more about your journey from Watford 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 Watford to Reading covers 46 kilometres in total.
The cheapest ticket on this route runs €37.96. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .
You can purchase tickets for this journey 4 and a half months ahead of the travel date.
The shortest trip is 1 hour and 23 minutes.
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