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Bournemouth to Reading Train Route Details

First train
First train
07:30
Last train
Last train
23:22
Departure city
Departure city
Bournemouth
Arrival city
Arrival city
Reading
Journey time
Journey time
1h 44m
Distance
Distance
64 miles
Price
Price
$5.40*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

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23:22
6h 44m, 1 change
Bournemouth
06:06
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Reading
South Western RailwayCrossCountry
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Fares from Bournemouth to Reading usually average around $5.40, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!

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Save up to 61% on your journey from Bournemouth to Reading by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.

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