The average train between Bournemouth and Reading takes 1h 25m and the fastest train takes 1h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Bournemouth to Reading. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bournemouth and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bournemouth is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Reading at 9:08 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bournemouth station and arriving at Reading station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.
Bournemouth to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.
Bournemouth to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.
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The distance between Bournemouth and Reading is 103.5 km. The road distance is 121 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 24m.