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Reading to Bournemouth Train Route Details
First train
05:44
Last train
23:38
Journey time
1 time 19 minutter
Distance
102 km
Price
4,48 EUR*
What are the next train times from Reading to Bournemouth?
Discover all upcoming Reading to Bournemouth services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
17:19 Reading West | 18:49 Bournemouth |   | Find Tickets |
17:51 Reading | 19:14 Bournemouth |  | Find Tickets |
18:00 Reading West | 19:49 Bournemouth | | Find Tickets |
18:52 Reading | 20:15 Bournemouth | | Find Tickets |
19:08 Reading West | 20:54 Bournemouth | | Find Tickets |
19:50 Reading | 21:16 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Bournemouth from Reading this week
Typical ticket prices between Reading and Bournemouth are around 4,48 EUR, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!
*Prices may change due to real-time fluctuations. Please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Bournemouth
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.
Group travel deals
If your party consists of 3 to 9 travelers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Reading to Bournemouth more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.
Split Tickets discount
While it may sound surprising, splitting your route into smaller segments and purchasing separate low-cost tickets can greatly reduce the overall fare, all without changing seats. The best part is that Trip.com does all the splitting and organising for you, removing any need for time-consuming research on your end.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Typically available up to 12 weeks before departure, they offer the most economical option for those looking to save on travel
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Provides a more affordable and flexible way to travel by steering clear of weekday rush hours
Return train tickets
Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations
Season tickets
Allowing unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, and annual options, you can save approximately 1/3 on train fares
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