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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Southampton Airport Parkway | Reading | Cheapest | ||||
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| Train | Southampton Airport Parkway | Reading | No tags | ||||
| Train | Southampton Airport Parkway | Reading | No tags | ||||
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 49 minutes and with fares starting at just €9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Southampton to Reading by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Southampton to Reading?
The cheapest train tickets from Southampton to Reading start from €9. The average price for this train route is around €34. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Southampton to Reading?
The average train journey time from Southampton to Reading is 49m, covering a distance of 63 km. The fastest train gets you there in 41m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Southampton to Reading route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, South Western Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Southampton to Reading?
The earliest train from Southampton to Reading departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 19:48.
Which 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 46 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Southampton to Reading?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Southampton to Reading?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 traveller 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 22 Jan 2026 with a price of €9To 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 €9 to €38 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 €12, which is on 2026-01-28.
What's the cheapest way to go from Southampton to Reading?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Southampton and Reading is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost €34 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from €9. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Reading, choose the train, as it will take you from Southampton to Reading in about 49m – that's the fastest way to get there!