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Quote: Originally posted by dk168 on 06/12/2023

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Slightly off-topic so apologies in advance!

I am going to try using the Elizabeth Line from Reading to Central London later this month, as it costs a lot more going by train even when I tried to book well ahead as in 12 weeks in advance.

In addition, I have concerns about future unforeseeable strikes affecting trains.

The drive to Reading is longer compared with the drive to Chippenham, and the parking is more expensive too, however, that's because my trip is mid-week and more expensive. However, the savings in using Elizabeth Line is worth the try, especially at weekends.

This route has been recommended to me more than once, hence I am going to give it a go.

DK

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Quote: Originally posted by daveyjp on 06/12/2023

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I'd never use Trainline to book tickets, they are an agent.

They make mistakes with routes and prices, they charge a booking fee and if things go wrong getting refunds can be painful.

Always book through a train operator company website (ironically some of which use Trainline systems) as it is far easier if things go wrong.

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