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Trains from Bournemouth (BMH) to Reading Stations

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35

train journeys
per day

63

miles (101 kms)

1hrs 21 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 23:55

first / last train

10

direct trains

3

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Bournemouth (BMH) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Bournemouth and Reading Stations , with 10 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bournemouth to Reading Stations is approximately 63 miles (101 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 3 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bournemouth to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 21 mins.

Journeys from Bournemouth to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:15
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    07:08
    Bournemouth
    Reading
    Bournemouth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:55
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    07:42
    Bournemouth
    Reading West
    Bournemouth to Reading West
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:11
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    08:02
    Bournemouth
    Reading West
    Bournemouth to Reading West
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:56
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    08:59
    Bournemouth
    Reading West
    Bournemouth to Reading West
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:31
    1 hrs 36 mins Direct
    09:07
    Bournemouth
    Reading
    Bournemouth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:56
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    09:42
    Bournemouth
    Reading West
    Bournemouth to Reading West
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:40
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    10:10
    Bournemouth
    Reading
    Bournemouth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:56
    1 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    10:51
    Bournemouth
    Reading West
    Bournemouth to Reading West
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:22
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    11:15
    Bournemouth
    Reading West
    Bournemouth to Reading West
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:59
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    11:45
    Bournemouth
    Reading West
    Bournemouth to Reading West
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:45
    1 hrs 21 mins Direct
    12:06
    Bournemouth
    Reading
    Bournemouth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:59
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    12:45
    Bournemouth
    Reading West
    Bournemouth to Reading West
  • Mon 25th Mar
    11:22
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    13:06
    Bournemouth
    Reading
    Bournemouth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    11:59
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    13:50
    Bournemouth
    Reading West
    Bournemouth to Reading West
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:45
    1 hrs 22 mins Direct
    14:07
    Bournemouth
    Reading
    Bournemouth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:59
    1 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Bournemouth
    Reading West
    Bournemouth to Reading West
  • Mon 25th Mar
    13:45
    1 hrs 21 mins Direct
    15:06
    Bournemouth
    Reading
    Bournemouth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    13:59
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    15:49
    Bournemouth
    Reading West
    Bournemouth to Reading West
  • Mon 25th Mar
    14:45
    1 hrs 24 mins Direct
    16:09
    Bournemouth
    Reading
    Bournemouth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    14:59
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    16:51
    Bournemouth
    Reading West
    Bournemouth to Reading West

About Bournemouth Station

Station name Bournemouth (BMH)
Address Bournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:15
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 07:45 - 18:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bournemouth and Reading Stations

The travel time between Bournemouth and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bournemouth and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 10 direct services per day from Bournemouth to Reading Stations

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

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