The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Reading station (RDG)
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Reading station (RDG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Reading station (RDG) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 2 trains that leave Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) for Reading station (RDG) every day 2 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 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Reading station (RDG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Reading station (RDG) 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 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £44.
Distance: 63 km
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Reading station (RDG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Reading station (RDG) trains for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:38 Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) | 1h18 | 06:56 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:23 Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) | 0h44 | 08:07 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Reading station (RDG)
Trains from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Reading station (RDG) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 52m. 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 04:23, the last at 17:38. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 43m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 04:23 |
Last train 17:38 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Rail, Cross Country from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Reading station (RDG) trainsCrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) and Reading station (RDG) 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: Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Reading station (RDG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Reading station (RDG) 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 Reading station (RDG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) and Reading station (RDG)
- 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)
- 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
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