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Reading to Bournemouth Train Route Details

First train
First train
14:16
Last train
Last train
23:37
Departure city
Departure city
Reading
Arrival city
Arrival city
Bournemouth
Journey time
Journey time
1h 19m
Distance
Distance
102 km
Price
Price
3,95 GBP*
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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14:16
1 t 45 m, 1 change
Reading West
16:01
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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14:52
1 t 20 m, Direct
Reading
16:12
Bournemouth
CrossCountry
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15:08
1 t 53 m, 1 change
Reading West
17:01
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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15:52
1 t 29 m, Direct
Reading
17:21
Bournemouth
CrossCountry
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16:10
1 t 45 m, 1 change
Reading West
17:55
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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16:52
1 t 25 m, Direct
Reading
18:17
Paris
CrossCountry
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How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Bournemouth

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Travel during Off-Peak train times

To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid traveling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
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Season tickets for frequent travelers

Regular commuters traveling between Reading and Bournemouth - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.
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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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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

A wide selection of Railcards is available, many providing 1/3 off most train tickets — from the 16-25 and 26-30 Railcards to Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior options. With the 16-17 Saver, you can even get 50% off. Purchasing and storing your Railcard in the Trip.com app is quick and simple, ensuring instant access to generous discounts whenever you travel.

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