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Reading to Bournemouth Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading to Bournemouth? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as THB 168.98, with average prices for this route around THB 351.47.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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06:21
4 hours 3 minutes, Changes required
Reading
10:24
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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07:31
3 hours 6 minutes, Changes required
Reading
10:37
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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09:40
1 hour 55 minutes, Changes required
Reading West
11:35
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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10:52
1 hour 35 minutes, Direct
Reading
12:27
Bournemouth
CrossCountry
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11:52
1 hour 35 minutes, Direct
Reading
13:27
Bournemouth
CrossCountry
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12:52
1 hour 35 minutes, Direct
Reading
14:27
Paris
CrossCountry
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Reading to Bournemouth Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:21
Last train
Last train
21:52
Departure station
Departure station
Reading
Arrival station
Arrival station
Bournemouth
Journey time
Journey time
1 hour 33 minutes
Distance
Distance
102 km
Price
Price
THB 168.98*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Bournemouth

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Reading to Bournemouth can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Reading to Bournemouth for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Reading to Bournemouth, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Reading to Bournemouth more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Bournemouth train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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