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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.

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IDR 86,920
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Reading to Bournemouth Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading to Bournemouth? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as IDR 86,920, with average prices for this route around IDR 1,224,361.

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

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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10:11
1h 50m, Changes required
Reading West
12:01
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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10:52
1h 19m, Direct
Reading
12:11
Bournemouth
CrossCountry
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11:08
1h 53m, Changes required
Reading West
13:01
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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11:52
1h 20m, Direct
Reading
13:12
Bournemouth
CrossCountry
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12:11
1h 50m, Changes required
Reading West
14:01
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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12:52
1h 20m, Direct
Reading
14:12
Paris
CrossCountry
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Reading to Bournemouth Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:47
Last train
Last train
23:35
Departure station
Departure station
Reading
Arrival station
Arrival station
Bournemouth
Journey time
Journey time
1h 19m
Distance
Distance
102 km
Price
Price
IDR 86,920*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Bournemouth

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading to Bournemouth 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.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Reading to Bournemouth 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 to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 traveling 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%

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!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Reading to Bournemouth more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Bournemouth train ticket types

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

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.