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Find the best prices from Reading to Southampton

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Reading to Southampton, 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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Reading to Southampton Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to Southampton, starting from NZD 5.89 and averaging NZD 64.06. The entire journey takes no more than 41m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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22:49
46m, Direct
Reading
23:35
Southampton Airport Parkway
CrossCountry
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22:55
1h 51m, Changes required
Reading West
00:46
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Southampton Airport Parkway
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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23:37
1h 48m, Changes required
Reading West
01:25
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Southampton Airport Parkway
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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23:37
7h 15m, Changes required
Reading West
06:52
+1
Paris
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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Reading to Southampton Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:44
Last train
Last train
23:37
Departure station
Departure station
Reading
Arrival station
Arrival station
Southampton
Journey time
Journey time
41m
Distance
Distance
68 km
Price
Price
NZD 5.89*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Southampton

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Reading to Southampton. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
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 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 Southampton, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Reading to Southampton ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
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 to Southampton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Southampton 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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