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Reading to Waterloo Train Route Details

First train
First train
11:54
Last train
Last train
23:52
Departure city
Departure city
Reading
Arrival city
Arrival city
Waterloo
Journey time
Journey time
59m
Distance
Distance
165 miles
Price
Price
$24.91*
Train operators
Train operators
Southeastern, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

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11:54
1h 46m, Direct
Reading
13:40
London Waterloo
South Western Railway
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12:05
1h 5m, Direct
Reading
13:10
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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12:14
1h 7m, Direct
Reading
13:21
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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12:15
1h 20m, Direct
Reading
13:35
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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12:24
1h 43m, Direct
Reading
14:07
London Waterloo
South Western Railway
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12:26
1h 14m, Direct
Reading
13:40
Paris
Great Western Railway
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Typical ticket prices between Reading and Waterloo are around $24.91, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!

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