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Reading to Basingstoke train route details

First train
First train
14:41
Last train
Last train
23:05
Departure city
Departure city
Reading
Arrival city
Arrival city
Basingstoke
Journey time
Journey time
46m
Distance
Distance
23 km
Price
Price
€ 4.92*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

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14:41
23m, Direct
Reading West
15:04
Basingstoke
Great Western Railway
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14:52
17m, Direct
Reading
15:09
Basingstoke
CrossCountry
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15:10
22m, Direct
Reading West
15:32
Basingstoke
Great Western Railway
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15:15
21m, Direct
Reading
15:36
Basingstoke
South Western Railway
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15:41
23m, Direct
Reading West
16:04
Basingstoke
Great Western Railway
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15:52
17m, Direct
Reading
16:09
Paris
CrossCountry
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Explore the cheapest prices to Basingstoke from Reading this week

Typical ticket prices between Reading and Basingstoke are around € 4.92, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!

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How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Basingstoke

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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you make the journey between Reading and Basingstoke on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
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Group travel deals

If your party consists of 3 to 9 travellers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Reading to Basingstoke more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
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Travel during Off-Peak train times

For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.
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