The average train between Reading and Bournemouth takes 1h 23m and the fastest train takes 1h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Reading to Bournemouth. 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 Reading and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 7:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 9:52 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 11:16 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading station and arriving at Bournemouth station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.
Reading to Bournemouth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Bournemouth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.
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The distance between Reading and Bournemouth is 103.5 km. The road distance is 121 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 23m.