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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bournemouth to Reading
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 1 hour 22 minutes and with fares starting at just R 212, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
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| Average priceR 212 - R 3 007 | Average duration1h 22m | 2kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 107 - R 107 | Average duration1h 10m | 4kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bournemouth to Reading by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Bournemouth to Reading?
The cheapest train tickets from Bournemouth to Reading start from R 212. The average price for this train route is around R 1 234. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bournemouth to Reading?
The average train journey time from Bournemouth to Reading is 1h 22m, covering a distance of 103 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 20m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Bournemouth to Reading route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, South Western Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bournemouth to Reading?
The earliest train from Bournemouth to Reading departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 17:45.
Which is the best train operator from Bournemouth to Reading?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bournemouth to Reading?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Bournemouth to Reading?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is South Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bournemouth to Reading?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is South Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bournemouth to Reading was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 194To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bournemouth to Reading as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 194 to R 2 858 for a train ticket from Bournemouth to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 194, which is on 2025-12-20.
