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Reading to Basingstoke train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to Basingstoke, starting from £4.80 and averaging £8.60. The entire journey takes no more than 16m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:22 Reading West	05:46 Basingstoke	24m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:44 Reading West	06:08 Basingstoke	24m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:23 Reading West	06:47 Basingstoke	24m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:43 Reading West	07:07 Basingstoke	24m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:00 Reading West	07:28 Basingstoke	28m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:41 Reading West	08:04 Paris	23m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Reading to Basingstoke train route details

First train

05:22

Last train

23:37

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Basingstoke

Journey time

16m

Distance

15 miles

Price

£4.80*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Basingstoke

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Reading to Basingstoke can result in significant cost savings.

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 Reading to Basingstoke, 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Reading to Basingstoke ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 Reading to Basingstoke more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Basingstoke train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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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
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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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%.

Trains from Reading to Basingstoke from £4.80*

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Reading to Basingstoke train prices and times

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