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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Reading station (RDG)
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$24
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$31
Fastest journey on Sep 19
50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
51 m
Trains on Sep 19
32
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Reading station (RDG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Reading station (RDG) will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 32 trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Reading station (RDG), including 16 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 69 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 51 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.
G008485:15 AM0h54Southampton Central (SOU)6:09 AMReading station (RDG)$241One-way0 transfers- G009197:15 PM0h56Southampton Central (SOU)8:11 PMReading station (RDG)$241One-way0 transfers
- G009106:15 PM0h53Southampton Central (SOU)7:08 PMReading station (RDG)$241One-way0 transfers
- G009268:15 PM0h51Southampton Central (SOU)9:06 PMReading station (RDG)$241One-way0 transfers
- G009035:15 PM0h53Southampton Central (SOU)6:08 PMReading station (RDG)$241One-way0 transfers
- G008527:15 AM0h50Southampton Central (SOU)8:05 AMReading station (RDG)$271One-way0 transfers
- G008862:15 PM0h50Southampton Central (SOU)3:05 PMReading station (RDG)$271One-way0 transfers
- G008506:15 AM0h51Southampton Central (SOU)7:06 AMReading station (RDG)$271One-way0 transfers
- G009268:15 PM0h51Southampton Central (SOU)9:06 PMReading station (RDG)$241One-way0 transfers
- G008964:15 PM0h51Southampton Central (SOU)5:06 PMReading station (RDG)$271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Southampton Central (SOU) to Reading station (RDG)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Reading station (RDG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of $28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $28, while a bus costs an average of $73.
Distance: 42 miles (69 km)
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| Train | Most popular Ferry | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$33 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration 34m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular ferry company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton Central (SOU) to Reading station (RDG):
A ferry is $5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Reading station (RDG) costing on average $33.
A ferry is $45 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to Reading station (RDG) costing on average $73.
Other travel options to Reading station (RDG) take longer:
Train takes on average 58m.
Bus takes on average 2h 23m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (58m by train vs 1h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $33 compared to roughly $18 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
Southampton Central (SOU) to Reading station (RDG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Reading station (RDG) trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00849 | Delayed 5:15 AM 6:15 AMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 0h53 | 7:08 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 L80143 · L79994 · L79303 | 7:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h21 | 8:51 PM Reading station (RDG) | 2 transfers | |
| G00925 | On time 8:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h53 | 9:08 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80153 · L84475+ C03102 | On time 8:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h26 | 9:56 PM Reading station (RDG) | 2 transfers | |
| L80297+C03104 | On time 9:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h40 | 10:40 PM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| L80169 · L84477+C03106 | On time 9:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h35 | 11:05 PM Reading station (RDG) | 2 transfers | |
| L80311+C03108 | On time 10:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h26 | 11:26 PM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| L84995+G15312 | On time 11:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h31 | 12:31 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
| G00848 | 5:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h54 | 6:09 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00850 | 6:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h51 | 7:06 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L78748+C03031 | 6:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h26 | 7:56 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| G00852 | 7:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h50 | 8:05 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80349+C03035 | 7:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h19 | 8:49 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| G00856 | 8:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h52 | 9:07 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80357+C03040 | 8:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h17 | 9:47 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| G00859 | 9:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h52 | 10:07 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80066+C03046 | 9:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h19 | 10:49 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| G00862 | 10:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h51 | 11:06 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80070+C03051 | 10:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h19 | 11:49 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| G00868 | 11:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h52 | 12:07 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80075+C03056 | 11:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h19 | 12:49 PM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| G00873 | 12:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h51 | 1:06 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80081+C03061 | 12:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h19 | 1:49 PM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| G00881 | 1:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h54 | 2:09 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80089+C03066 | 1:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h19 | 2:49 PM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| G00886 | 2:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h50 | 3:05 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80099+C03071 | 2:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h21 | 3:51 PM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| G00889 | 3:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h51 | 4:06 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80107+C03076 | 3:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h19 | 4:49 PM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| G00896 | 4:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h51 | 5:06 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80117+V28883 | 4:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h20 | 5:50 PM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| G00903 | 5:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h53 | 6:08 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80125+C03086 | 5:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h19 | 6:49 PM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| G00910 | 6:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h53 | 7:08 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80135+C03091 | 6:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h21 | 7:51 PM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| G00919 | 7:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h56 | 8:11 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Reading station (RDG)
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Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Reading station (RDG) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 19:55. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (69 km) distance in 49m.
Distance 42 miles (69 km) |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 4:15 AM |
Last train 7:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway from Southampton Central (SOU) to Reading station (RDG) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and Reading station (RDG) from $10. 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 Southampton Central (SOU) to Reading station (RDG)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to Reading station (RDG) 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 station (RDG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton Central (SOU) to Reading station (RDG)
Most Southampton Central (SOU) to Reading station (RDG) trains use the Southampton Central to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton Central (SOU) and Reading station (RDG) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no 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: Yes.
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: 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.
Most popular train connections from Southampton Central (SOU)
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