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Forest Gate to Reading train route details

First train
06:11

Last train
23:11

Journey time
1h 5m

Distance
71 km

Price
HK$ 55.01*
What are the next train times from Forest Gate to Reading?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Forest Gate to Reading happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
08:26 Forest Gate | 10:13 Reading | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:41 Forest Gate | 10:26 Reading | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:56 Forest Gate | 10:39 Reading | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:11 Forest Gate | 10:53 Reading | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:26 Forest Gate | 11:08 Reading | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:41 Forest Gate | 11:26 Paris | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Reading from Forest Gate this week
Fares from Forest Gate to Reading usually average around HK$ 55.01, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Forest Gate to Reading

Season tickets for frequent travellers
Regular commuters travelling between Forest Gate and Reading - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.

Travel during Off-Peak train times
We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by travelling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
A wide selection of Railcards is available, many providing 1/3 off most train tickets — from the 16-25 and 26-30 Railcards to Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior options. With the 16-17 Saver, you can even get 50% off. Purchasing and storing your Railcard in the Trip.com app is quick and simple, ensuring instant access to generous discounts whenever you travel.

Split Tickets discount
It might seem unusual, but buying several cheaper tickets for different sections of your journey can result in substantial savings - and you won't need to move seats at all. Even better, Trip.com automatically finds and arranges these split tickets for you, so there's no complicated planning required.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers

Return train tickets
Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Provides a more affordable and flexible way to travel by steering clear of weekday rush hours

Flexi Season tickets
Designed for part-time commuters, Flexi Season tickets provide 8 travel days within a 28-day window, giving flexibility while still offering meaningful savings compared to buying tickets individually.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.










