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Reading to Whitechapel Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading to Whitechapel? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $29.18, with average prices for this route around $43.97.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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03:54
Reading
06:00
Whitechapel
2h 6m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayThameslink
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03:54
Reading
06:04
Whitechapel
2h 10m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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04:35
Reading
06:27
Whitechapel
1h 52m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslink
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04:35
Reading
06:46
Whitechapel
2h 11m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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05:10
Reading
06:44
Whitechapel
1h 34m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslink
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05:39
Reading
07:44
Paris
2h 5m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwaySouthern
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Reading to Whitechapel Train Route Details

First train
First train
03:54
Last train
Last train
23:52
Departure station
Departure station
Reading
Arrival station
Arrival station
Whitechapel
Journey time
Journey time
1h 3m
Distance
Distance
41 miles
Price
Price
$29.18*
Train operators
Train operators
Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Whitechapel

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 to Whitechapel 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 to Whitechapel 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 is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Reading to Whitechapel, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
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 to Whitechapel 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 to Whitechapel Train Ticket Types

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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%.