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Reading West to Basingstoke train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading West to Basingstoke? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as SAR 45.69, with average prices for this route around SAR 45.69.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
13:40 23m, Direct Reading West	14:03 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
14:40 23m, Direct Reading West	15:03 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
15:40 23m, Direct Reading West	16:03 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
16:40 23m, Direct Reading West	17:03 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
17:40 23m, Direct Reading West	18:03 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
18:40 23m, Direct Reading West	19:03 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading West to Basingstoke train route details

First train

08:40

Last train

21:40

Departure station

Reading West

Arrival city

Basingstoke

Journey time

23m

Distance

14 miles

Price

SAR 45.69*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading West to Basingstoke

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading West to Basingstoke during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

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

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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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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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.

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