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Find best prices from Portsmouth to Reading
Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Portsmouth to Reading, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
Portsmouth to Reading train prices and times
Looking to travel from Portsmouth to Reading? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £37.80, with average prices for this route around £37.80.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:23 Portsmouth & Southsea | 07:33 Reading |   | Find Tickets |
05:55 Portsmouth & Southsea | 07:42 Reading West | | Find Tickets |
06:05 Portsmouth & Southsea | 08:02 Reading West | | Find Tickets |
06:28 Portsmouth & Southsea | 08:09 Reading |  | Find Tickets |
06:55 Portsmouth & Southsea | 08:59 Reading West | | Find Tickets |
07:29 Portsmouth & Southsea | 09:11 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Portsmouth to Reading train route details
First train
04:10
Last train
23:24
Journey time
1h 38m
Distance
45 miles
Price
£37.80*
How to book cheap train tickets from Portsmouth to Reading
Travelling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Portsmouth to Reading. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
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 travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
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 Portsmouth to Reading, 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%
Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Portsmouth to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Portsmouth to Reading train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Portsmouth to Reading with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.