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Darlington to Reading Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Darlington to Reading, starting from KWD 15.080 and averaging KWD 22.080. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 29m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:13
Darlington
09:23
Reading
4h 10m, Changes requiredLNERGreat Western Railway
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05:13
Darlington
10:07
Reading
4h 54m, Changes requiredLNERCrossCountry
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06:00
Darlington
09:46
Reading
3h 46m, Changes requiredLNERGreat Western Railway
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06:31
Darlington
10:23
Reading
3h 52m, Changes requiredLNERGreat Western Railway
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06:37
Darlington
12:37
Reading
6h 0m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressCrossCountry
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07:03
Darlington
10:47
Paris
3h 44m, Changes requiredLNERGreat Western Railway
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Darlington to Reading Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:13
Last train
Last train
23:26
Departure station
Departure station
Darlington
Arrival station
Arrival station
Reading
Journey time
Journey time
3h 29m
Distance
Distance
344 km
Price
Price
KWD 15.080*
Train operators
Train operators
Elizabeth line, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Darlington to Reading

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Darlington to Reading during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Darlington to Reading for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Darlington to Reading, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Darlington to Reading ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.