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Reading West to Bournemouth Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading West to Bournemouth? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £17.80, with average prices for this route around £53.50.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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08:38
1h 35m, Changes required
Reading West
10:13
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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09:03
2h, Changes required
Reading West
11:03
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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09:37
1h 35m, Changes required
Reading West
11:12
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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10:10
1h 52m, Changes required
Reading West
12:02
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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10:36
1h 36m, Changes required
Reading West
12:12
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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11:10
1h 52m, Changes required
Reading West
13:02
Paris
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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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
£17.80*
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

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Reading West to Bournemouth. 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Reading West to Bournemouth 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%

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 West to Bournemouth, 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 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 West to Bournemouth 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

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Reading West to Bournemouth more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading West to Bournemouth train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Reading West to Bournemouth with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.