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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Southampton Airport Parkway | Reading | ||||
| Train | Southampton Central | Reading | ||||
| Train | Southampton Airport Parkway | Reading | ||||
| Train | Southampton Central | Reading | ||||
| Train | Southampton Airport Parkway | Reading |
Compare 2 ways to go from Southampton to Reading
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Southampton to Reading by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Southampton to Reading?
The cheapest train tickets from Southampton to Reading start from $11. The average price for this train route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Southampton to Reading?
The average train ride duration from Southampton to Reading is 45m, covering a distance of 40 miles (63 km). The quickest train can get you there in 42m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Southampton to Reading route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, South Western Railway.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Southampton to Reading?
The earliest train departs from Southampton to Reading at 7:23am. And the latest train departs at 7:23pm.
What is the best train operator from Southampton to Reading?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 47 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Southampton to Reading?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Southampton to Reading?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is South Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Southampton to Reading?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is South Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Southampton to Reading was searched and found on Jul 31, 2026 with a price of $15To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Southampton to Reading, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $15 to $66 for a train ticket from Southampton to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2026-07-31.
