What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Reading is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Reading is to train which takes 51 min and costs £9 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Southampton to Reading?

The distance between Southampton and Reading is 47 miles. The road distance is 48.5 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to Reading without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £9 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Southampton to Reading?

The train from Southampton Central to Reading takes 51 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Reading bus from?

Southampton to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Reading train from?

Southampton to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Reading?

The best way to get from Southampton to Reading is to train which takes 51 min and costs £9 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the Southampton to Reading bus arrive?

Southampton to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Southampton to Reading train arrive?

Southampton to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Reading is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Southampton to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton to Reading?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Southampton to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Southampton to Reading by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
51 min
£9–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 032
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h 23m
£37–60
Drive 48.2 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Readingcar 48.2 mi
1h
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southampton to Readingtaxi 48.2 mi
1h
£130–170

Southampton to Reading by train

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Distance: 46.7 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Reading, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Southampton Central to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £9–29 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 2h 23m.

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