Cheap train tickets from Leeds to Reading
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The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Reading will cost around £ 81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only £ 53.
Train schedule Leeds to Reading
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Fastest train times from Leeds to Reading
Fastest Journey
3 h 25 m
Average
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
263 km
Of the 7 trains that leave Leeds for Reading every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 263 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 32 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Overview: Train from Leeds to Reading
 | Distance | 163 miles (263 km) |
 | Average train duration | 3 h 26 min |
 | Average train ticket price | £72 (€81) |
 | Train frequency | 12 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 12 direct trains a day |
 | Train companies | Cross Country or London North Eastern Railway |
Trains from Leeds to Reading cover the 163 miles (263 km) long trip taking on average 3 h 26 min with our travel partners like Cross Country or London North Eastern Railway. Normally, there are 12 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as £72, but the average price of train tickets is £72. Travellers depart most frequently from Leeds Railway Station and arrive in Reading.
Train companies: CrossCountry trains Leeds to Reading
Find the best trains between Leeds and Reading with Omio's travel partners CrossCountry from £72. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train from Leeds to Reading you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
Save time and money by searching for and booking your CrossCountry train between Leeds and Reading online with Omio! If you’re looking for the cheapest, fastest or earliest CrossCountry train from Leeds to Reading, Omio can help you out every step of the way. Check current CrossCountry train timetables for the ideal departure and arrival times, compare the best connections for the 163 miles (263 km) route to Reading from Leeds as well as ticket information for the train (such as luggage policy and amenities offered onboard), and then book a cheap train ticket – all in one convenient place. If you are using the Omio app to search for trains between Leeds and Reading, you can check straight away if the CrossCountry ticket is a mobile ticket, which makes it easy for you to go paperless when travelling without needing to purchase tickets in person at the train station. Buy your official CrossCountry Leeds to Reading train tickets online on Omio quickly and easily and enjoy the travel experience!
Train information from Leeds to Reading with CrossCountry:
- Average Duration: 4 h 32 min
- CrossCountry frequency: 12 a day
CrossCountry 's current ticket policies due to COVID-19 for your train from Leeds to Reading are the following:
- Refund or voucher policy
- If you have an Off-Peak or Anytime ticket, you can get a full refund and the £10 admin fee has been waived. Advance tickets are normally non-refundable but you can now also get a full refund if your Advance ticket was booked before 23 March 2020.
- Cashless payments recommended
- Online booking and check-in recommended
Travel Tips: Trains from Leeds to Reading
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Some of the Leeds train stations to Reading you can start your journey from include Leeds Railway Station and Leeds Fest Bus. Similarly, some of the arrival train stations in Reading include Reading, Reading West and Reading.
When travelling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Leeds Railway Station and arriving in Reading.
Where is the Leeds train station located? Where is the Reading train station located?
Passengers board their train most frequently from Leeds Railway Station and travel around 1.2 miles (2 km) from the city centre to this train station.
Passengers travelling this route most often arrive at Reading and need to travel approximately 0.2 miles (420 m) from the train station to the city centre in Reading.
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Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
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