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Reading West to Bournemouth Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading West to Bournemouth, starting from ILS 78.90 and averaging ILS 237.14. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 31m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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14:16
1h 46m, Changes required
Reading West
16:02
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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14:37
1h 35m, Changes required
Reading West
16:12
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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15:08
1h 53m, Changes required
Reading West
17:01
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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15:35
1h 46m, Changes required
Reading West
17:21
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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16:10
1h 45m, Changes required
Reading West
17:55
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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16:39
1h 38m, Changes required
Reading West
18:17
Paris
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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Reading West to Bournemouth Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:44
Last train
Last train
23:37
Departure station
Departure station
Reading West
Arrival station
Arrival station
Bournemouth
Journey time
Journey time
1h 31m
Distance
Distance
102 km
Price
Price
ILS 78.90*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading West to Bournemouth

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading West 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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Reading West to Bournemouth, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
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 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 traveling from Reading West to Bournemouth more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading West 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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