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Reading to Basingstoke Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to Basingstoke, starting from PHP 318.83 and averaging PHP 695.51. The entire journey takes no more than 16m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Fri, Jun 27
From PHP 318.83
Sat, Jun 28
From PHP 373.26
Sun, Jun 29
From PHP 373.26
Mon, Jun 30
From PHP 373.26
Tue, Jul 1
From PHP 373.26
Wed, Jul 2
From PHP 373.26
Thu, Jul 3

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
05:22 Reading West	05:46 Basingstoke	24m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:44 Reading West	06:08 Basingstoke	24m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:23 Reading West	06:47 Basingstoke	24m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:43 Reading West	07:07 Basingstoke	24m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:00 Reading West	07:28 Basingstoke	28m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:41 Reading West	08:04 Paris	23m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Reading to Basingstoke Train Route Details

First train

05:22

Last train

23:37

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Basingstoke

Journey time

16m

Distance

23 km

Price

PHP 318.83*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Basingstoke

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Reading to Basingstoke can result in significant cost savings.

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 Basingstoke 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%

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 Basingstoke, 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Reading to Basingstoke ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Reading to Basingstoke Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Trains from Reading to Basingstoke from PHP 318.83

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Reading to Basingstoke Train prices and times

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