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Find the best prices from Reading to Bournemouth
Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Reading to Bournemouth, 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.
Reading to Bournemouth train prices and times
Planning a journey from Reading to Bournemouth? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £5.25, with average prices for this route around £53.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
14:52 Reading | 16:12 Bournemouth |  | Find Tickets |
15:08 Reading West | 17:01 Bournemouth |   | Find Tickets |
15:52 Reading | 17:21 Bournemouth | | Find Tickets |
16:10 Reading West | 17:55 Bournemouth | | Find Tickets |
16:52 Reading | 18:17 Bournemouth | | Find Tickets |
17:19 Reading West | 18:49 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Reading to Bournemouth train route details
First train
05:44
Last train
23:37
Journey time
1h 19m
Distance
64 miles
Price
£5.25*
How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Bournemouth
Travelling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Reading to Bournemouth. 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
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
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 to Bournemouth, 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%
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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Reading to Bournemouth more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Reading to Bournemouth 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 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
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.