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Reading West to Bournemouth Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading West to Bournemouth? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as RUB 1,975.30, with average prices for this route around RUB 5,936.98.

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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05:47
2 hours 1 minute, Changes required
Reading West
07:48
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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06:41
2 hours 3 minutes, Changes required
Reading West
08:44
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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07:36
1 hour 40 minutes, Changes required
Reading West
09:16
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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08:11
1 hour 50 minutes, Changes required
Reading West
10:01
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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08:41
1 hour 32 minutes, Changes required
Reading West
10:13
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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09:14
1 hour 47 minutes, Changes required
Reading West
11:01
Paris
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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Reading West to Bournemouth Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:47
Last train
Last train
23:08
Departure station
Departure station
Reading West
Arrival station
Arrival station
Bournemouth
Journey time
Journey time
1 hour 30 minutes
Distance
Distance
102 km
Price
Price
RUB 1,975.30*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading West 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 West to Bournemouth can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards 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 West 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Reading West to Bournemouth ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Reading West 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.