The average train between Southampton and Reading takes 52 min and the fastest train takes 49 min. There is a train service every few hours from Southampton 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 Southampton and Reading. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southampton is at 8:15 PM which arrives into Reading at 9:08 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 52 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southampton station and arriving at Reading station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 52 min.
Southampton to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.
Southampton to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.
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The distance between Southampton and Reading is 68.4 km. The road distance is 75 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Southampton Central to Reading every 2 hours. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 50 min.