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Reading to Bournemouth train route details

First train
First train
05:44
Last train
Last train
23:37
Departure city
Departure city
Reading
Arrival city
Arrival city
Bournemouth
Journey time
Journey time
1h 19m
Distance
Distance
64 miles
Price
Price
THB 178.88*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

What are the next train times from Reading to Bournemouth?

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10:10
1h 51m, 1 change
Reading West
12:01
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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10:52
1h 20m, Direct
Reading
12:12
Bournemouth
CrossCountry
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11:10
1h 51m, 1 change
Reading West
13:01
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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11:52
1h 23m, Direct
Reading
13:15
Bournemouth
CrossCountry
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12:15
1h 46m, 1 change
Reading West
14:01
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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12:52
1h 20m, Direct
Reading
14:12
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CrossCountry
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Explore the cheapest prices to Bournemouth from Reading this week
Fares from Reading to Bournemouth usually average around THB 178.88, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!
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THB 336.45
Tue10Feb
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THB 219.33
Wed11Feb
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THB 223.59
Thu12Feb
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THB 336.45
Fri13Feb
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THB 193.78
Sat14Feb
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THB 178.88
Sun15Feb
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THB 223.59
Mon16Feb
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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.
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Travel during Off-Peak train times

We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by travelling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.
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Group travel deals

Travelling with a group of 3 to 9 people? Most train companies offer group discounts, allowing you to save up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes journeys from Reading to Bournemouth more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues travelling together.
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Book in advance

Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Reading to Bournemouth when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.

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