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Cheap train tickets from Southampton to Reading

Showing times and prices for Dec 09

Cheapest

$33

Average

$38

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

C79937

08:15AM0h52

Southampton Central (SOU)

09:07AMReading station (RDG)

$331One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

C79942

09:15AM0h55

Southampton Central (SOU)

10:10AMReading station (RDG)

$331One-way

0 transfers

L57899

09:31AM1h21

Southampton Central (SOU)

10:52AMReading West (RDW)

$421One-way

2 transfers

L57903

10:30AM1h15

Southampton Central (SOU)

11:45AMReading West (RDW)

$421One-way

2 transfers

C79945

10:15AM0h52

Southampton Central (SOU)

11:07AMReading station (RDG)

$421One-way

0 transfers

Live departures

Southampton to Reading

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 9

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
C79937	On time 08:15AM Southampton Central (SOU)	0h52	09:07AM Reading station (RDG)	0 transfersDirect
L56629	On time 08:30AM Southampton Central (SOU)	1h13	09:43AM Reading West (RDW)	2 transfers
C79942	On time 09:15AM Southampton Central (SOU)	0h55	10:10AM Reading station (RDG)	0 transfersDirect
L57899	On time 09:31AM Southampton Central (SOU)	1h21	10:52AM Reading West (RDW)	2 transfers
C79945	On time 10:15AM Southampton Central (SOU)	0h52	11:07AM Reading station (RDG)	0 transfersDirect
L57903	On time 10:30AM Southampton Central (SOU)	1h15	11:45AM Reading West (RDW)	2 transfers
This is the last train of the day.

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Fastest train times from Southampton to Reading

Showing times and prices for Dec 09

Fastest Journey

52 m

Average

1 h 4 m

Trains per day

Distance

68 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Southampton for Reading every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

C79937

08:15AM0h52

Southampton Central (SOU)

09:07AMReading station (RDG)

$331One-way

0 transfers

Fastest

C79945

10:15AM0h52

Southampton Central (SOU)

11:07AMReading station (RDG)

$421One-way

0 transfers

C79942

09:15AM0h55

Southampton Central (SOU)

10:10AMReading station (RDG)

$331One-way

0 transfers

L56629

08:30AM1h13

Southampton Central (SOU)

09:43AMReading West (RDW)

$441One-way

2 transfers

L57903

10:30AM1h15

Southampton Central (SOU)

11:45AMReading West (RDW)

$421One-way

2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Southampton to Reading

Trains from Southampton to Reading run on average 7 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

42 miles (68 km)

Average train duration

56m

Cheapest ticket price

$9 (€8)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

50m

First train

04:45

Last train

23:40

Price information

Train companies: CrossCountry, South Western Railway and Great Western Rail from Southampton to Reading trains

CrossCountry, South Western Railway and Great Western Rail trains will get you from Southampton to Reading from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train from Southampton to Reading you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

Train information from Southampton to Reading with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 50 min
Cheapest Price: $13
CrossCountry frequency: 10 a day

South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.

Southampton to Reading train information with South Western Railway:

Average Duration: 1 h 12 min
Cheapest Price: $7
South Western Railway frequency: 6 a day

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

FAQs: Trains from Southampton to Reading

FAQs: Travel by train from Southampton to Reading easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Southampton to Reading.

Cheap train tickets from Southampton to Reading can start from as little as $9 (€8) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Southampton to Reading is $23 (€21); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Southampton and Reading is on average 50 min for the 42 mile (68 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Reading from Southampton by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Southampton to Reading leaves at 4: 45 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Southampton to Reading leaves at 11: 40 PM.

Yes, there are 3 direct trains a day from Southampton to Reading with CrossCountry. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the journey from Southampton to Reading you can take a train with CrossCountry or South Western Railway. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Southampton to Reading on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 40 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Southampton Central, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Reading, located 0.2 miles (415 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Reading from Southampton is worth doing with a journey time of 50 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Southampton to Reading is November.

You have options as you can travel between Southampton and Reading 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from Southampton to Reading

Southampton

Reading

The major train station for departures in Southampton is Southampton Airport Parkway. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southampton Airport Parkway for your trip from Southampton to Reading.

Southampton Airport Parkway Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Southampton Airport Parkway station, Wide Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 2HW

Phone Number

+44 345 600 0650

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:10

Distance to city center

5 km

Parking

Car Park: Upside and Multi-Storey

Dining

Lakeside Café
Pumpkin
Costa
The Olive Tree

Taxis

Taxi: Yes

Accessibility

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 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 in the Waiting Area on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1; 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

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: Inside booking hall.

Public transit options for Southampton Airport Parkway

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Station Forecourt Bus Stop off Wide Lane (A335) Terminating Journeys: Car Park at Eastleigh end, off Wide Lane (A335)

Southampton Central Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL

Phone Number

+44 345 600 0650

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45

Parking

Car Park: Premium-downside

Dining

Subway
TGI Friday's
Mint Dosa

Taxis

Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit

Accessibility

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

Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; 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
Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.

Public transit options for Southampton Central

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)