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Reading to Basingstoke Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Reading to Basingstoke? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as BHD 2.160, with average prices for this route around BHD 4.520. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
10:41 23m, Direct Reading West	11:04 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
10:52 17m, Direct Reading	11:09 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
11:08 23m, Direct Reading West	11:31 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
11:41 23m, Direct Reading West	12:04 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
11:52 18m, Direct Reading	12:10 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
12:11 23m, Direct Reading West	12:34 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading to Basingstoke Train Route Details

First train

05:47

Last train

23:08

Departure city

Reading

Arrival city

Basingstoke

Journey time

17m

Distance

15 miles

Price

BHD 2.160*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Basingstoke

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading to Basingstoke during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing off-peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Reading to Basingstoke, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 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 Basingstoke more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Basingstoke 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

Trains from Reading to Basingstoke from BHD 2.160

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Reading to Basingstoke Train prices and times

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