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Cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Reading

Showing times and prices for 12 Dec

Cheapest

£23

Average

£38

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

13:451h24

Bournemouth

15:09Reading

£231One-way

0 changes

08:451h21

Bournemouth

10:06Reading

£251One-way

0 changes

06:311h36

Bournemouth

08:07Reading

£321One-way

0 changes

12:591h50

Bournemouth

14:49Reading

£551One-way

0 changes

04:151h53

Bournemouth

06:08Reading

£571One-way

0 changes

Bournemouth to Reading train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 12 December

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Cross CountryCross Country \|	08:45 Bournemouth	1h21	10:06 Reading	0 changesDirect
South Western RailwaySouth Western Railway \|	12:59 Bournemouth	1h50	14:49 Reading	0 changesDirect
Cross CountryCross Country \|	06:31 Bournemouth	1h36	08:07 Reading	0 changesDirect
Cross CountryCross Country \|	13:45 Bournemouth	1h24	15:09 Reading	0 changesDirect
South Western RailwaySouth Western Railway \|	04:15 Bournemouth	1h53	06:08 Reading	0 changesDirect

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Train times from Bournemouth to Reading

Showing times and prices for 12 Dec

Fastest Journey

1 h 21 m

Average

1 h 36 m

Trains per day

Distance

104 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Bournemouth for Reading every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

08:451h21

Bournemouth

10:06Reading

£251One-way

0 changes

13:451h24

Bournemouth

15:09Reading

£231One-way

0 changes

06:311h36

Bournemouth

08:07Reading

£321One-way

0 changes

12:591h50

Bournemouth

14:49Reading

£551One-way

0 changes

04:151h53

Bournemouth

06:08Reading

£571One-way

0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Reading

Trains from Bournemouth to Reading run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

103 km

Average train duration

1h 41m

Cheapest ticket price

£6

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

1h 21m

First train

05:12

Last train

23:40

Price information

Train companies: CrossCountry and South Western Railway trains Bournemouth to Reading

Travel to Reading from Bournemouth from £9 with Omio’s train partners CrossCountry and South Western Railway! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train to Reading from Bournemouth you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

Bournemouth to Reading train information with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 1 h 21 min
Cheapest Price: £9
CrossCountry frequency: 11 a day

South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.

Train information from Bournemouth to Reading with South Western Railway:

Average Duration: 1 h 45 min
Cheapest Price: £36
South Western Railway frequency: 4 a day

FAQs: Bournemouth to Reading train

FAQs: Travel by train from Bournemouth to Reading easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bournemouth to Reading.

Cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Reading can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bournemouth to Reading is £35; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from Bournemouth to Reading is on average 1 h 21 min for the 64 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to Reading from Bournemouth by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Bournemouth to Reading leaves at 05: 12. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Bournemouth to Reading leaves at 23: 40.

There are 7 trains a day from Bournemouth to Reading which require at least one change with CrossCountry or South Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Bournemouth to Reading, you can count on CrossCountry or South Western Railway for the best way to get you to Reading. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Bournemouth and Reading and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 40.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bournemouth, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Reading, located 0.2 miles (415 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Reading from Bournemouth is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 21 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Bournemouth to Reading is February.

You have options as you can travel between Bournemouth and Reading 2 different ways: train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Reading

Bournemouth

Reading

The major train station for departures in Bournemouth is Bournemouth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bournemouth for your trip from Bournemouth to Reading.

Bournemouth Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Bournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX

Phone Number

+44 345 600 0650

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40

Distance to city center

1 km

Parking

Car Park: Premium

Dining

Lynton Court
Centro Pizza
Sukhothai Restaurant
Casa Pepe Steak Restaurant

Taxis

Taxi: Yes

Accessibility

Staff help available: Yes
Step free access coverage: Yes
Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
Accessible toilets: Yes
Ramp for train access: Yes
Wheelchairs available: Yes
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No

Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
National key toilets: Yes
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel