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Trains from Southbourne to Reading

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47

train journeys
per day

42

miles (68 kms)

1hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

06:09 / 23:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Southbourne to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 47 scheduled rail journeys between Southbourne and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 47 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southbourne to Reading is approximately 42 miles (68 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 23 mins.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Southbourne and Reading.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southbourne to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 56 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Southbourne to Reading

Journeys from Southbourne to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:09
    2 hrs 6 mins2 changes
    08:15
    Southbourne
    Reading
    Southbourne to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:17
    2 hrs 15 mins2 changes
    08:32
    Southbourne
    Reading
    Southbourne to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:48
    2 hrs 9 mins2 changes
    08:57
    Southbourne
    Reading
    Southbourne to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:10
    1 hrs 57 mins1 change
    09:07
    Southbourne
    Reading
    Southbourne to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:42
    2 hrs 5 mins2 changes
    09:47
    Southbourne
    Reading
    Southbourne to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:10
    2 hrs1 change
    10:10
    Southbourne
    Reading
    Southbourne to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:40
    2 hrs 16 mins2 changes
    10:56
    Southbourne
    Reading
    Southbourne to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:18
    1 hrs 46 mins2 changes
    11:04
    Southbourne
    Reading
    Southbourne to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:40
    2 hrs 9 mins2 changes
    11:49
    Southbourne
    Reading
    Southbourne to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:10
    1 hrs 57 mins1 change
    12:07
    Southbourne
    Reading
    Southbourne to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:15
    2 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    12:27
    Southbourne
    Reading
    Southbourne to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:40
    2 hrs 24 mins2 changes
    13:04
    Southbourne
    Reading
    Southbourne to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:10
    1 hrs 56 mins1 change
    13:06
    Southbourne
    Reading
    Southbourne to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:15
    2 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    13:27
    Southbourne
    Reading
    Southbourne to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:40
    2 hrs 15 mins2 changes
    13:55
    Southbourne
    Reading
    Southbourne to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:10
    1 hrs 57 mins1 change
    14:07
    Southbourne
    Reading
    Southbourne to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:15
    2 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    14:27
    Southbourne
    Reading
    Southbourne to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:40
    2 hrs 8 mins2 changes
    14:48
    Southbourne
    Reading
    Southbourne to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:10
    1 hrs 56 mins1 change
    15:06
    Southbourne
    Reading
    Southbourne to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:15
    2 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    15:27
    Southbourne
    Reading
    Southbourne to Reading

About Southbourne Station

Station name Southbourne (SOB)
AddressSouthbourne station, Stein Road, Southbourne, Hampshire, PO10 8LE
Managed bySN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:35 - 13:10
Saturday 06:35 - 13:10
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Southbourne and Reading

The travel time between Southbourne and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southbourne and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 47 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:09, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

First class tickets on trains between Southbourne and Reading typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Southbourne and Reading can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Southbourne & Reading. owever, there are 47 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Southbourne and Reading.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Southbourne and Reading, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.