How much is the train ticket from Southampton to Reading?

The cheapest train tickets from Southampton to Reading start at $15. The average price for this train route is around $54. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Southampton to Reading?

The average train trip from Southampton to Reading takes 48m and covers 69 km. The quickest train gets you there in 42m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Southampton to Reading route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 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 7:15am. The latest train departs at 8:23pm.

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 44 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 4.1.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance 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.

Train Southampton to Reading from $14

Next train departures

Next departures for Southampton to Reading on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:23pm	Southampton Airport Parkway	42m	5:05pm	Reading	CheapestFastest
Train	4:23pm	Southampton Airport Parkway	42m	5:05pm	Reading	No tags
Train	5:23pm	Southampton Airport Parkway	44m	6:07pm	Reading	No tags
Train	5:23pm	Southampton Airport Parkway	44m	6:07pm	Reading	No tags
Train	4:15pm	Southampton Central	50m	5:05pm	Reading	No tags

Next departures for Southampton to Reading on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:23am	Southampton Airport Parkway	46m	8:09am	Reading	Cheapest
Train	4:23pm	Southampton Airport Parkway	42m	5:05pm	Reading	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Southampton Airport Parkway	46m	8:09am	Reading	No tags
Train	8:23am	Southampton Airport Parkway	48m	9:11am	Reading	No tags
Train	8:23am	Southampton Airport Parkway	48m	9:11am	Reading	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:34 AM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Southampton to Reading

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 48 minutes, and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

48mAverage Duration

69 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$73 - $112	Average Duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $93	Average Duration48m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

South Western Railway

4/525 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.4

GB train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 at $15. The average price for this train route is around $54. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Southampton to Reading?
The average train trip from Southampton to Reading takes 48m and covers 69 km. The quickest train gets you there in 42m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Southampton to Reading route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 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 7:15am. The latest train departs at 8:23pm.
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 44 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 4.1.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance 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.

Best price found

12-06

$22

12-07

$21

Today

$38

12-09

$38

12-10

$37

12-11

$37

12-12

No data

12-13

No data

The cheapest trip from Southampton to Reading was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $21

To 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 $21 to $89 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 $37 which is on 2025-12-10.

What's the cheapest way to go from Southampton to Reading?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time3h 5m	Avg Price$92	Daily Departures11
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time48m	Avg Price$54	Daily Departures10

The 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 $54 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $15. 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 48m —that's the fastest way to get there!