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Basingstoke to Reading train

Wed, 29 May
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Cheap train tickets from Basingstoke to Reading

Showing times and prices for 29 May

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basingstoke to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cross Country
05:490h17
Basingstoke
06:06Reading
£61One-way
0 changes
Cross Country
08:490h18
Basingstoke
09:07Reading
£71One-way
0 changes
Cross Country
16:490h17
Basingstoke
17:06Reading
£71One-way
0 changes
Cross Country
12:480h18
Basingstoke
13:06Reading
£81One-way
0 changes
Cross Country
19:490h20
Basingstoke
20:09Reading
£91One-way
0 changes

Train timetableBasingstoke to Reading

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, 29 May
Cross Country
08:490h18
Basingstoke
09:07Reading
0 changes
Cross Country
19:490h20
Basingstoke
20:09Reading
0 changes
Cross Country
05:490h17
Basingstoke
06:06Reading
0 changes
Cross Country
12:480h18
Basingstoke
13:06Reading
0 changes
Cross Country
16:490h17
Basingstoke
17:06Reading
0 changes

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Train times from Basingstoke to Reading

Showing times and prices for 29 May

Fastest Journey

17 m

Average

18 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

23 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Basingstoke for Reading every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Cross Country
05:490h17
Basingstoke
06:06Reading
£61One-way
0 changes
Cross Country
16:490h17
Basingstoke
17:06Reading
£71One-way
0 changes
Cross Country
08:490h18
Basingstoke
09:07Reading
£71One-way
0 changes
Cross Country
12:480h18
Basingstoke
13:06Reading
£81One-way
0 changes
Cross Country
19:490h20
Basingstoke
20:09Reading
£91One-way
0 changes

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Overview: Train from Basingstoke to Reading

distanceDistance14 miles
durationAverage train duration17 min
priceAverage train ticket price£7 (€8)
frequencyTrain frequency25 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 25 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry or South Western Railway

Trains from Basingstoke to Reading cover the 14 miles long route taking on average 17 min with our travel partners like Great Western Rail, CrossCountry or South Western Railway. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as £4, but the average price of train tickets is £7. Travellers depart most frequently from Basingstoke and arrive in Reading.

Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry and South Western Railway trains Basingstoke to Reading

You can travel by train from Basingstoke to Reading with Great Western Rail, CrossCountry and South Western Railway for as low as £7. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.

South Western Railway from Basingstoke to Reading train information:

  • Average Duration: 18 min
  • Cheapest Price: £20
  • South Western Railway frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Basingstoke to Reading train

FAQs: Travel by train from Basingstoke to Reading easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Basingstoke to Reading.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Basingstoke to Reading can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Basingstoke to Reading is £7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Basingstoke to Reading is 17 min   to travel the 14 mile long journey, with around there are 25 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Basingstoke to Reading leaves at 05: 49. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Basingstoke to Reading leaves at 20: 07.
There are 25 trains a day from Basingstoke to Reading which require at least one change with Great Western Rail, CrossCountry or South Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Basingstoke to Reading train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Great Western Rail, CrossCountry or South Western Railway. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Basingstoke and Reading to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 07.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Basingstoke, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Reading, located 0.2 miles (417 m) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a train from Basingstoke to Reading is November.
Yes, you can take a train to Reading from Basingstoke.

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