Southampton to Reading train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Reading

Showing times and prices for 30 Apr

Cheapest price

£23

Average price

£28

Fastest journey

52 m

Average duration

1 h 2 m

Trains per day

Distance

68 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Southampton to Reading will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Southampton for Reading every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 15 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.

P11674

08:150h56

Southampton Central (SOU)

09:11Reading station (RDG)

£231One-way

0 changes

P11681

09:150h55

Southampton Central (SOU)

10:10Reading station (RDG)

£231One-way

0 changes

P11686

10:150h52

Southampton Central (SOU)

11:07Reading station (RDG)

£301One-way

0 changes

Y20691 · Y20970+ Great Western Rail

Y22976

09:301h22

Southampton Central (SOU)

10:52Reading West (RDW)

£301One-way

2 changes

Y18960 · Y21020+ Great Western Rail

Y22980

10:301h15

Southampton Central (SOU)

11:45Reading West (RDW)

£301One-way

2 changes

Live departures

Southampton to Reading train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 30 April

Last updated at 18:37

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
P11674	On time 07:15 Southampton Central (SOU)	0h56	08:11 Reading station (RDG)	0 changesdirect
Y20671 · Y21014+Y22972	On time 07:30 Southampton Central (SOU)	1h13	08:43 Reading West (RDW)	2 changes
P11681	On time 08:15 Southampton Central (SOU)	0h55	09:10 Reading station (RDG)	0 changesdirect
Y20691 · Y20970+Y22976	On time 08:30 Southampton Central (SOU)	1h22	09:52 Reading West (RDW)	2 changes
P11686	On time 09:15 Southampton Central (SOU)	0h52	10:07 Reading station (RDG)	0 changesdirect
Y18960 · Y21020+Y22980	On time 09:30 Southampton Central (SOU)	1h15	10:45 Reading West (RDW)	2 changes
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Southampton to Reading

United Kingdom

Trains from Southampton to Reading run on average 6 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 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

68 km

Average train duration

56m

Cheapest ticket price

£7

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

50m

First train

05:15

Last train

23:00

Price information

Train providers: CrossCountry, South Western Railway and Great Western Rail trains Southampton to Reading

Travel between Southampton and Reading from £6 with Omio’s train partners CrossCountry, South Western Railway and Great Western Rail! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable journey for you.

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

Train information from Southampton to Reading with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 50 min
Cheapest Price: £10
CrossCountry frequency: 10 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.

South Western Railway from Southampton to Reading train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 12 min
Cheapest Price: £6
South Western Railway frequency: 6 a day

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

FAQs: Southampton to Reading train

FAQs: Travel by train from Southampton 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 Southampton to Reading.

Cheap train tickets from Southampton to Reading can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Southampton to Reading is £18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Southampton to Reading train travel time is 50 min for the 42 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Southampton to Reading leaves at 04: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

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

Yes, it is possible to travel from Southampton to Reading without having to change trains with CrossCountry. There are 3 direct trains from Southampton to Reading each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Southampton 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 providers who offer a service between Southampton 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 Southampton Central, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 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 Southampton is worth doing with a journey time of 50 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Southampton to Reading is November.

You have options as you can travel from Southampton to Reading 2 different ways: train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Reading

Southampton

Reading

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

Southampton Airport Parkway Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Southampton Airport Parkway station, Wide Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 2HW

Phone Number

+44 345 600 0650

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:10

Distance to city center

5 km

Parking

Car Park: Upside and Multi-Storey

Taxis

Taxi: Yes

Accessibility

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

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: Inside booking hall.

Public transport options for Southampton Airport Parkway

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)

Southampton Central Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL

Phone Number

+44 345 600 0650

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45

Parking

Car Park: Premium-downside

Taxis

Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit

Accessibility

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 this station has no 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: Yes

Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; 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
Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.

Public transport options for Southampton Central

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)