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Reading to Old Street Trains From US$22.42

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Buy cheap train tickets from Reading to Old Street for just US$22.42. Book in advance to secure the most affordable fare, instead of the average ticket price of US$39.79. The train journey from Reading to Old Street typically takes approximately 1h 8m. You can expect a frequency of 127 trains available daily. For further information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Train Timetable.

Reading to Old Street Train Prices and Times

To find the cheapest train tickets from Reading to Old Street, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid traveling during peak times. Compare the train prices and times below for the best deals on rail fares.

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  1. 04:35
    Reading

    1h 47m

    Changes required

    06:22
    Old Street
    Train L66686-2P11 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 110km/h.
Days of operation: Tue–FriTrain L17201-2V02 is operated by Great Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$41.89
  2. 05:10
    Reading

    1h 34m

    Changes required

    06:44
    Old Street
    Train L66689-2P13 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 110km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain L16322-2F04 is operated by Great Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$41.89
  3. 05:39
    Reading

    2h 13m

    Changes required

    07:52
    Old Street
    Train Y01386-2C10 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    London Overground

    Train L17223-2V11 is operated by Great Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$27.55
  4. 05:48
    Reading

    1h 19m

    Changes required

    07:07
    Old Street
    Train L65635-1P08 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain L17000-2K06 is operated by Great Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$41.89
  5. 06:00
    Reading

    1h 22m

    Changes required

    07:22
    Old Street
    Train L65503-1H02 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain L17208-2V06 is operated by Great Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$41.89
  6. 06:09
    Reading

    2h 6m

    Changes required

    08:15
    Old Street
    Train Y01392-2C12 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    London Overground

    Train L15835-2B11 is operated by Great Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$27.55
  7. 06:14
    Reading

    1h 15m

    Changes required

    07:29
    Old Street
    Train L65508-1K01 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain L15826-2B06 is operated by Great Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$41.89
  8. 06:19
    Reading

    1h 18m

    Changes required

    07:37
    Old Street
    Train L65676-1P92 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 110km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain L17002-2K08 is operated by Great Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$41.89
  9. 06:34
    Reading

    1h 10m

    Changes required

    07:44
    Old Street
    Train L65249-1A01 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain L16335-2F08 is operated by Great Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$41.89
  10. 06:36
    Reading

    1h 16m

    Changes required

    07:52
    Old Street
    Train L65636-1P10 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain L17214-2V08 is operated by Great Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$41.89
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    Reading to Old Street Train Route Details

    The Reading to Old Street train ticket is from US$22.42. The average travel time is 1h 8m, covering a distance of approximately 62 mile. There are usually 127 daily trains provided by South Western Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

    First train
    04:35
    Last train
    23:52
    Departure station
    Reading
    Arrival station
    Old Street
    Journey time
    1h 8m
    Distance
    62 mile
    Price
    US$22.42
    Train operators
    South Western Railway

    Choose Reading to Old Street Train Ticket Types

    Find the train ticket type that best suits your travels from Reading to Old Street. Discover more about these ticket types and how they can help you save in our guides below.

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.

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    Return train tickets

    Return train tickets

    Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

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    Advance train tickets

    Advance train tickets

    Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

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    Season train tickets

    Season train tickets

    Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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    Save 1/3 on Reading to Old Street Trains with Railcards

    Railcards offering up to 1/3 off Reading to Old Street train fares for eligible passengers. There are Student Railcards for young people, Senior Railcard for seniors, check below to find the railcard type that suits you best.

    TypeDiscount
    16-25 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$39.79 Save US$13.13
    26-30 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$39.79 Save US$13.13
    Two Together Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$39.79 Save US$13.13
    Senior Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$39.79 Save US$13.13

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    Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

    Group Travel

    Group Travel

    Get a 1/3 discount on Off-Peak tickets through GroupSave if you are traveling with a group of 3 to 9 adults.

    Season Tickets

    Season Tickets

    A weekly or monthly train pass which includes unlimited travel between two stations. It could help you save more than 1/3 on train fares.

    Flexi Travel

    Flexi Travel

    8 days of unlimited travel between two stations within a 28-day period.

    Reading to Old Street train FAQs

    • When is the first train from Reading to Old Street?

      The first train from Reading to Old Street is at 04:35.
    • Are there direct trains from Reading to Old Street?

      No, there is no direct train from Reading to Old Street, and passengers would need to make 3 changes during the journey.
    • How long is the train journey from Reading to Old Street ?

      The train journey from Reading to Old Street typically takes an average of 1h 37m, with the fastest journey duration being around 1h 8m.
    • How much is a train from Reading to Old Street ?

      The cost of a train from Reading to Old Street can vary, with the cheapest fare typically starting at US$22.42 and the average price being around US$39.79.
    • What times are off-peak trains from Reading to Old Street ?

      In general, the off-peak period typically starts after 09:30 and excludes the evening rush hours of 15:30-18:15 for travel to and from major cities. The specific times may differ depending on the route and train company, but generally, you can expect off-peak times to fall outside the usual commuting hours. For Transport for London, off-peak times are observed on weekdays from the first service until 06:30, from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.