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Wareham to Reading train prices and times

Looking to travel from Wareham to Reading? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £18.80, with average prices for this route around £53.90.

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
06:27 2h 32m, 2 change Wareham (Dorset)	08:59 Reading West	Find Tickets
06:57 2h 12m, 1 change Wareham (Dorset)	09:09 Reading	Find Tickets
07:27 2h 16m, 2 change Wareham (Dorset)	09:43 Reading West	Find Tickets
07:56 2h 10m, 1 change Wareham (Dorset)	10:06 Reading	Find Tickets
08:27 2h 25m, 2 change Wareham (Dorset)	10:52 Reading West	Find Tickets
08:53 2h 15m, 1 change Wareham (Dorset)	11:08 Paris	Find Tickets

Wareham to Reading train route details

First train

06:27

Last train

23:42

Departure city

Wareham

Arrival city

Reading

Journey time

2h 10m

Distance

73 miles

Price

£18.80*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Wareham to Reading

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 Wareham to Reading 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 Wareham to Reading 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 Wareham to Reading, 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 of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Wareham to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Wareham to Reading train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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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Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen 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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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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