The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading station (RDG) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
41 m
Average duration
43 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 12 trains that leave Reading station (RDG) for Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 63 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 45 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.
C748357:520h42Reading station (RDG)8:34Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)£81One-way0 changes
C7247210:520h43Reading station (RDG)11:35Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)£81One-way0 changes
C724668:540h41Reading station (RDG)9:35Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)£121One-way0 changes
C7247511:520h45Reading station (RDG)12:37Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)£121One-way0 changes
C752419:520h42Reading station (RDG)10:34Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)£121One-way0 changes
C724668:540h41Reading station (RDG)9:35Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)£121One-way0 changes
C748357:520h42Reading station (RDG)8:34Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)£81One-way0 changes
C752419:520h42Reading station (RDG)10:34Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)£121One-way0 changes
C7247210:520h43Reading station (RDG)11:35Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)£81One-way0 changes
C7247511:520h45Reading station (RDG)12:37Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading station (RDG) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading station (RDG) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £30.
Distance: 63 km
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Live departures
Reading station (RDG) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading station (RDG) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 13 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:52 Reading station (RDG) | 0h42 | 8:34 Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:54 Reading station (RDG) | 0h41 | 9:35 Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:52 Reading station (RDG) | 0h43 | 12:35 Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Reading station (RDG) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading station (RDG) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)
Trains from Reading station (RDG) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 22:49. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 41m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 22:49 |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading station (RDG) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading station (RDG) and Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) from £5. 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 station (RDG) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading station (RDG) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) 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 Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Reading station (RDG) and Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:10
- Car Park: Upside and Multi-Storey
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. 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 in the Waiting Area on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1; 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
- Waiting rooms location: Inside booking hall.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Station Forecourt Bus Stop off Wide Lane (A335) Terminating Journeys: Car Park at Eastleigh end, off Wide Lane (A335)
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