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Reading West to Elephant & Castle Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Reading West to Elephant & Castle? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as Rp 729,788, with average prices for this route around Rp 729,788. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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16:16
1h 27m, Changes required
Reading West
17:43
Elephant & Castle
Great Western Railway
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16:28
1h 25m, Changes required
Reading West
17:53
Elephant & Castle
Great Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslink
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16:28
1h 30m, Changes required
Reading West
17:58
Elephant & Castle
Great Western Railway
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16:45
2h 3m, Changes required
Reading West
18:48
Elephant & Castle
Great Western Railway
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17:28
1h 25m, Changes required
Reading West
18:53
Elephant & Castle
Great Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslink
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17:28
1h 27m, Changes required
Reading West
18:55
Paris
Great Western Railway
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Reading West to Elephant & Castle Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:08
Last train
Last train
22:46
Departure station
Departure station
Reading West
Arrival station
Arrival station
Elephant & Castle
Journey time
Journey time
1h 21m
Distance
Distance
62 km
Price
Price
Rp 729,788*
Train operators
Train operators
Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading West to Elephant & Castle

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Reading West to Elephant & Castle can result in significant cost savings.
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 Reading West to Elephant & Castle 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 Reading West to Elephant & Castle, 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 Reading West to Elephant & Castle 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.

Reading West to Elephant & Castle train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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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%.