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Reading West to Basingstoke train prices and times

Planning a journey from Reading West to Basingstoke? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as HK$90.38, with average prices for this route around HK$94.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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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 West to Basingstoke train route details

First train

05:22

Last train

23:37

Departure station

Reading West

Arrival station

Basingstoke

Journey time

22m

Distance

14 miles

Price

HK$90.38*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading West 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 West to Basingstoke can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Reading West to Basingstoke for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Reading West to Basingstoke, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Reading West to Basingstoke ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Reading West 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 train tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
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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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
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and 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%.

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