How much is the train ticket from Southampton to Reading?

The cheapest train tickets from Southampton to Reading start from ¥1,719. The average price for this train route is around ¥4,031. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Southampton to Reading?

The average train ride duration from Southampton to Reading is 47m, covering a distance of 41 miles (66 km). The quickest train can get you there in 42m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Southampton to Reading route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry , South Western Railway .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Southampton to Reading?

The earliest train departs from Southampton to Reading at 7:05am. And the latest train departs at 5:23pm.

What is the best train operator from Southampton 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 46 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Southampton to Reading?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Southampton to Reading?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Southampton to Reading?

According to Busbud traveler 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.

Train Southampton to Reading from ¥1,596

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Southampton to Reading on April 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:23pm	Southampton Airport Parkway	46m	4:09pm	Reading	No tags
Train	4:15pm	Southampton Central	50m	5:05pm	Reading	No tags
Train	4:23pm	Southampton Airport Parkway	42m	5:05pm	Reading	No tags
Train	5:15pm	Southampton Central	52m	6:07pm	Reading	No tags
Train	5:23pm	Southampton Airport Parkway	44m	6:07pm	Reading	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Southampton to Reading

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 47 minutes and with fares starting at just ¥1,719, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

47mAverage Duration

41 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price¥10,255 - ¥12,982	Average Duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price¥1,719 - ¥10,929	Average Duration47m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.3/547 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.0

Wifi3.5

South Western Railway

4.2/525 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.4

GB train companies:RegioJet, CrossCountry, FlixTrain, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Southampton to Reading by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Southampton to Reading?
The cheapest train tickets from Southampton to Reading start from ¥1,719. The average price for this train route is around ¥4,031. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Southampton to Reading?
The average train ride duration from Southampton to Reading is 47m, covering a distance of 41 miles (66 km). The quickest train can get you there in 42m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Southampton to Reading route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, South Western Railway.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Southampton to Reading?
The earliest train departs from Southampton to Reading at 7:05am. And the latest train departs at 5:23pm.
What is the best train operator from Southampton 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 46 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Southampton to Reading?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Southampton to Reading?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Southampton to Reading?
According to Busbud traveler 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.

Best price found

04/27

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04/28

¥2,851

Today

¥2,851

04/30

¥2,874

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The cheapest trip from Southampton to Reading was searched and found on Apr 28, 2026 with a price of ¥2,851

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Southampton to Reading, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ¥2,851 to ¥10,396 for a train ticket from Southampton to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ¥2,874 which is on 2026-04-30.

What's the cheapest way to go from Southampton to Reading?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time3h 5m	Avg Price¥10,509	Daily Departures12
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time47m	Avg Price¥4,031	Daily Departures11

The best way to travel between Southampton and Reading is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost ¥4,031 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from ¥1,719. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Reading, choose the train, as it will take you from Southampton to Reading in about 47m - that's the fastest way to get there!