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Reading to Basingstoke Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading to Basingstoke? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 8,61 AUD, with average prices for this route around 18,06 AUD.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:51 2 timme 31 minut, Changes required Reading	08:22 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
06:21 2 timme 25 minut, Changes required Reading	08:46 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
07:31 1 timme 16 minut, Direct Reading	08:47 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
09:40 23 minut, Direct Reading West	10:03 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
10:40 23 minut, Direct Reading West	11:03 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
10:52 18 minut, Direct Reading	11:10 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading to Basingstoke Train Route Details

First train

05:51

Last train

22:57

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Basingstoke

Journey time

18 minut

Distance

23 km

Price

8,61 AUD*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Basingstoke

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading to Basingstoke during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Reading to Basingstoke for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Reading to Basingstoke, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Reading to Basingstoke ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Reading to Basingstoke train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Reading to Basingstoke Train prices and times

Reading to Basingstoke Train Route Details