4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Reading
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Reading will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bournemouth for Reading on Thu, Jun 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
On Thu, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 14 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.
8:40 AM1h26Bournemouth10:06 AMReading$181One-way0 transfers- 7:40 AM1h26Bournemouth9:06 AMReading$281One-way0 transfers
- 10:45 AM1h21Bournemouth12:06 PMReading$281One-way0 transfers
- 4:55 AM2h14Bournemouth7:09 AMReading$821One-way0 transfers
- 10:45 AM1h21Bournemouth12:06 PMReading$281One-way0 transfers
- 8:40 AM1h26Bournemouth10:06 AMReading$181One-way0 transfers
- 7:40 AM1h26Bournemouth9:06 AMReading$281One-way0 transfers
- 4:55 AM2h14Bournemouth7:09 AMReading$821One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bournemouth to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a bus costs an average of $28.
Distance: 64 miles (104 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bournemouth to Reading:
A train is $40 (€32) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bournemouth to Reading costing on average $70 (€57).
Other travel options to Reading take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 53m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (1h 30m by train vs 1h 33m by car). Tickets start at around $31 (€25) compared to roughly $28 (€23) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bournemouth to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Reading trains for today, Wednesday, June 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:40 AM Bournemouth | 1h26 | 10:06 AM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:45 AM Bournemouth | 1h21 | 11:06 AM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:45 AM Bournemouth | 1h21 | 12:06 PM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Reading
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Trains from Bournemouth to Reading run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (104 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 64 miles (104 km) |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€9) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 5:12 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Cross Country from Bournemouth to Reading trainsCrossCountry, South Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and Reading from $12 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bournemouth to Reading
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Reading by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bournemouth to Reading
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient 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 on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:50 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Christchurch Road (A35) Bus Stop by Bell Inn To Christchurch: Christchurch Road (A35) lay by outside Station
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Car Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Reading: Bus Stop on Oxford Road under Railway Bridge. Heading away from Reading Bus Stop on Oxford Road, outside McDonalds.
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