The average train between Reading and Southampton takes 51 min and the fastest train takes 49 min. There is a train service every few hours from Reading to Southampton. 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 Southampton. The earliest departure is at 7:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 10:49 PM which arrives into Southampton at 11:45 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 51 min. 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 Southampton station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 51 min.
Reading to Southampton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Southampton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Reading to Southampton train tickets online with Cross Country.
The distance between Reading and Southampton is 68.4 km. The road distance is 75 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Southampton Central hourly. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 50 min.
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