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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 TWD 378, with average prices for this route around TWD 378.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
04:49 3h 16m, No direct Reading	08:05 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
06:10 2h, No direct Reading	08:10 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
06:58 1h 57m, No direct Reading	08:55 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
06:58 2h 2m, No direct Reading	09:00 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
08:40 23m, Direct Reading West	09:03 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
09:40 23m, Direct Reading West	10:03 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading to Basingstoke train route details

First train

04:49

Last train

23:05

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Basingstoke

Journey time

23m

Distance

23 km

Price

TWD 378*

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

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Reading to Basingstoke. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

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%

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.

Group travels 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

Save money on your trip from Reading to Basingstoke with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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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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