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Reading to Cheam train route details

First train
First train
05:22
Last train
Last train
23:48
Departure city
Departure city
Reading
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cheam
Journey time
Journey time
1h 28m
Distance
Distance
55 km
Price
Price
US$32.69*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

What are the next train times from Reading to Cheam?

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05:22
1h 47m, 1 change
Reading
07:09
Cheam
Great Western RailwaySouthern
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05:39
2h 7m, 1 change
Reading
07:46
Cheam
South Western RailwaySouthern
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05:54
1h 28m, 2 change
Reading
07:22
Cheam
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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06:09
2h 7m, 1 change
Reading
08:16
Cheam
South Western RailwaySouthern
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06:24
1h 45m, 1 change
Reading
08:09
Cheam
Great Western RailwaySouthern
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06:39
2h 7m, 1 change
Reading
08:46
Paris
South Western RailwaySouthern
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How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Cheam

Book in advance

Book in advance

Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Reading to Cheam. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.
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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you travel between Reading and Cheam on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.
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Group travel deals

If your party consists of 3 to 9 travellers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Reading to Cheam more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
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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.

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