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Reading to Basingstoke train prices and times

Planning a journey from Reading to Basingstoke? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as € 4.90, with average prices for this route around € 10.28. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
04:49 2h 27m, 2 changes Reading	07:16 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
05:19 2h 29m, 2 changes Reading	07:48 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
05:22 24m, Direct Reading West	05:46 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
05:44 24m, Direct Reading West	06:08 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
05:49 2h 46m, 2 changes Reading	08:35 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
06:19 2h 43m, 2 changes Reading	09:02 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading to Basingstoke train route details

First train

04:49

Last train

23:38

Departure city

Reading

Arrival city

Basingstoke

Journey time

16m

Distance

23 km

Price

€ 4.90*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Basingstoke

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Reading to Basingstoke can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 travelling 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Reading to Basingstoke more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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