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Southampton to Reading Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Southampton to Reading? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$14.04, with average prices for this route around AU$55.95.

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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20:23
43 minutes, Direct
Southampton Airport Parkway
21:06
Reading
CrossCountry
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20:38
1 hour 7 minutes, Changes required
Southampton Airport Parkway
21:45
Reading West
South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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21:07
1 hour 7 minutes, Changes required
Southampton Airport Parkway
22:14
Reading West
South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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21:38
1 hour 7 minutes, Changes required
Southampton Airport Parkway
22:45
Reading West
South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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22:06
1 hour 12 minutes, Changes required
Southampton Airport Parkway
23:18
Reading West
South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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22:38
1 hour 4 minutes, Changes required
Southampton Airport Parkway
23:42
Paris
South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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Southampton to Reading Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:23
Last train
Last train
23:08
Departure station
Departure station
Southampton
Arrival station
Arrival station
Reading
Journey time
Journey time
42 minutes
Distance
Distance
68 km
Price
Price
AU$14.04*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Southampton to Reading

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Southampton to Reading during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
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 Southampton to Reading 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Southampton to Reading, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
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 Southampton to Reading 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 traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Southampton to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southampton to Reading train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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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%.