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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 4,51 EUR, with average prices for this route around 63,48 EUR.

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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18:52
1 t 23 minuuttia, Direct
Reading
20:15
Bournemouth
CrossCountry
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19:08
1 t 47 minuuttia, Changes required
Reading West
20:55
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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19:50
1 t 26 minuuttia, Direct
Reading
21:16
Bournemouth
CrossCountry
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20:00
2 tuntia 9 minuuttia, Changes required
Reading West
22:09
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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20:49
1 t 26 minuuttia, Direct
Reading
22:15
Bournemouth
CrossCountry
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20:56
2 tuntia 18 minuuttia, Changes required
Reading West
23:14
Paris
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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Reading to Bournemouth Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:44
Last train
Last train
23:37
Departure station
Departure station
Reading
Arrival station
Arrival station
Bournemouth
Journey time
Journey time
1 t 19 minuuttia
Distance
Distance
102 km
Price
Price
4,51 EUR*
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

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading to Bournemouth 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

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 for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Reading to Bournemouth ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
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 to Bournemouth 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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