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Reading to Bournemouth train route details
First train
08:40
Last train
21:57
Journey time
1h 43m
Distance
64 miles
Price
£4.20*
What are the next train times from Reading to Bournemouth?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Reading to Bournemouth happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
09:12 Reading | 11:17 Bournemouth |  | Find Tickets |
09:52 Reading | 11:35 Bournemouth |  | Find Tickets |
10:12 Reading | 12:17 Bournemouth | | Find Tickets |
10:52 Reading | 12:35 Bournemouth | | Find Tickets |
11:12 Reading | 13:17 Bournemouth | | Find Tickets |
11:52 Reading | 13:35 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Bournemouth from Reading this week
Typical ticket prices between Reading and Bournemouth are around £4.20, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Bournemouth
Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you make the journey between Reading and Bournemouth on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.
Split Tickets discount
It might seem unusual, but buying several cheaper tickets for different sections of your journey can result in substantial savings - and you won't need to move seats at all. Even better, Trip.com automatically finds and arranges these split tickets for you, so there's no complicated planning required.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Released up to 12 weeks in advance, these tickets are usually the most budget-friendly choice for savvy travellers
First Class tickets
First Class tickets give you a more comfortable ride, with larger seats, extra legroom, and access to premium amenities such as refreshments or quieter carriages on many routes
Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route
Flexi Season tickets
Designed for part-time commuters, Flexi Season tickets provide 8 travel days within a 28-day window, giving flexibility while still offering meaningful savings compared to buying tickets individually.
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