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

Planning a journey from Chester to Reading? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $28.39, with average prices for this route around $62.71. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • 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

Trains running from Chester to Reading will typically depart from Chester and arrive at Reading. The journey takes around 3h 29m.

Book cheap train tickets from Chester to Reading

Finding cheap train tickets from Chester to Reading doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by using available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Various Railcards are available for different groups and can save you up to 1/3 on fares from Chester to Reading. You can choose the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard based on your age. Additionally, the Family & Friends Railcard or Two Together Railcard are good options for group 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 traveling in a group of three to nine people, you can benefit from group travel discounts. Many train companies offer GroupSave options, which provide a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes traveling from Chester to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.