Trains from Chester to Reading from $28.39**

Trains from Chester to Reading from $28.39**

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Chester to Reading Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Chester to Reading, starting from $28.39 and averaging $62.71. 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.

  • Sun, Jan 19
    From $46.29
  • Mon, Jan 20
    From $46.29
  • Tue, Jan 21
    From $46.29
  • Wed, Jan 22
    From $46.29
  • Thu, Jan 23
    From $28.39
  • Fri, Jan 24
    From $46.29
  • Sat, Jan 25
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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08:05
Chester
12:26
Reading
4h 21m, Changes requiredTransport for WalesAvanti West CoastGreat Western Railway
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08:56
Chester
13:26
Reading
4h 30m, Changes requiredTransport for WalesAvanti West CoastGreat Western Railway
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09:44
Chester
13:45
Reading
4h 1m, Changes requiredTransport for WalesAvanti West CoastGreat Western Railway
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09:57
Chester
14:04
Reading
4h 7m, Changes requiredTransport for WalesAvanti West CoastGreat Western Railway
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10:39
Chester
14:26
Reading
3h 47m, Changes requiredTransport for WalesAvanti West CoastGreat Western Railway
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10:57
Chester
14:44
Paris
3h 47m, Changes requiredTransport for WalesAvanti West CoastGreat Western Railway
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Chester to Reading Train Route Details

The Chester to Reading train ticket is from $28.39. The average travel time is 3h 29m, covering a distance of approximately 145 miles. There are usually 23 daily trains provided by Avanti West Coast,Chiltern Railways,CrossCountry. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
08:05
Last train
Last train
21:36
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 29m
Distance
Distance
145 miles
Price
Price
$28.39*

Chester to Reading Train Travel Guide

Chester to Reading Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Reading

Take a look at the basic information from Chester to Reading, departing from Chester. It takes approximately 3h 29m to arrive at Reading.

Book cheap train tickets from Chester to Reading

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Chester to Reading. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves buying separate tickets for different parts of your journey instead of one ticket for the entire trip. This method can often be cheaper and is perfectly legal. For instance, if you're traveling from A to B, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, there's good news for you! You can take advantage of group travel discounts that are offered by many train companies. These discounts can save you up to 1/3 on off-peak fares, making your journey from Chester to Reading more affordable. Whether you're traveling with your family, friends, or colleagues, the group save options make it easier for everyone to enjoy the benefits of discounted fares while embarking on a memorable trip together.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards available to cater to different groups of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

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