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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Bournemouth station (BMH)
Cheapest price
£74
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Bournemouth station (BMH) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Bournemouth station (BMH) will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £74.
Of the 35 trains that leave Reading for Bournemouth station (BMH) every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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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5:402h04Reading7:44Bournemouth station (BMH)£741One-way1 change- 6:402h06Reading8:46Bournemouth station (BMH)£741One-way1 change
- 6:572h13Reading9:10Bournemouth station (BMH)£741One-way1 change
- 8:002h01Reading10:01Bournemouth station (BMH)£741One-way1 change
- 8:592h02Reading11:01Bournemouth station (BMH)£741One-way1 change
8:541h19Reading10:13Bournemouth station (BMH)£861One-way0 changes- 9:521h20Reading11:12Bournemouth station (BMH)£861One-way0 changes
- 10:521h20Reading12:12Bournemouth station (BMH)£861One-way0 changes
- 12:521h20Reading14:12Bournemouth station (BMH)£861One-way0 changes
- 13:521h20Reading15:12Bournemouth station (BMH)£861One-way0 changes
Live departures
Reading to Bournemouth station (BMH) train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Bournemouth station (BMH) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:40 Reading | 2h04 | 7:44 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| 6:40 Reading | 2h06 | 8:46 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| 6:57 Reading | 2h13 | 9:10 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| 7:52 Reading | 1h21 | 9:13 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:00 Reading | 2h01 | 10:01 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| 8:54 Reading | 1h19 | 10:13 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:59 Reading | 2h02 | 11:01 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| 9:52 Reading | 1h20 | 11:12 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:07 Reading | 1h54 | 12:01 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| 10:52 Reading | 1h20 | 12:12 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:07 Reading | 1h54 | 13:01 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| 11:52 Reading | 1h23 | 13:15 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:12 Reading | 1h49 | 14:01 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| 12:52 Reading | 1h20 | 14:12 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:12 Reading | 1h49 | 15:01 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| 13:52 Reading | 1h20 | 15:12 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:13 Reading | 1h48 | 16:01 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| 14:52 Reading | 1h20 | 16:12 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:05 Reading | 1h55 | 17:00 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| 15:52 Reading | 1h29 | 17:21 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:07 Reading | 1h48 | 17:55 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Bournemouth station (BMH)
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Trains from Reading to Bournemouth station (BMH) run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £74 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 102 km distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 102 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 23:34 |
Train companies: Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Bournemouth station (BMH) trainsCross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Bournemouth station (BMH) from £74. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading to Bournemouth station (BMH) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Bournemouth station (BMH) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bournemouth station (BMH), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
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