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Trains from Reading Stations to Bournemouth (BMH)

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34

train journeys
per day

63

miles (101 kms)

1hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

05:44 / 00:02

first / last train

11

direct trains

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading Stations to Bournemouth (BMH)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Reading Stations and Bournemouth , with 11 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading Stations to Bournemouth is approximately 63 miles (101 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 45 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Bournemouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Reading Stations to Bournemouth Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:44
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    07:48
    Reading West
    Bournemouth
    Reading West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:43
    2 hrs 1 change
    08:43
    Reading West
    Bournemouth
    Reading West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:41
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    09:28
    Reading West
    Bournemouth
    Reading West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:03
    1 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    10:00
    Reading West
    Bournemouth
    Reading West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:53
    1 hrs 20 mins Direct
    10:13
    Reading
    Bournemouth
    Reading to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:03
    1 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    11:00
    Reading West
    Bournemouth
    Reading West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:52
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    11:20
    Reading
    Bournemouth
    Reading to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:10
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    12:00
    Reading West
    Bournemouth
    Reading West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:52
    1 hrs 21 mins Direct
    12:13
    Reading
    Bournemouth
    Reading to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:10
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Reading West
    Bournemouth
    Reading West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:51
    1 hrs 26 mins Direct
    13:17
    Reading
    Bournemouth
    Reading to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:10
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    14:00
    Reading West
    Bournemouth
    Reading West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:51
    1 hrs 22 mins Direct
    14:13
    Reading
    Bournemouth
    Reading to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:10
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    15:00
    Reading West
    Bournemouth
    Reading West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:11
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    16:00
    Reading West
    Bournemouth
    Reading West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:50
    1 hrs 23 mins Direct
    16:13
    Reading
    Bournemouth
    Reading to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:08
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    17:00
    Reading West
    Bournemouth
    Reading West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:52
    1 hrs 29 mins Direct
    17:21
    Reading
    Bournemouth
    Reading to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:10
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    18:00
    Reading West
    Bournemouth
    Reading West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:52
    1 hrs 25 mins Direct
    18:17
    Reading
    Bournemouth
    Reading to Bournemouth

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
Address Basingstoke station, Station Hill, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 5NB
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:30
Saturday 06:00 - 21:30
Sunday 07:00 - 21:30
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading Stations and Bournemouth

The travel time between Reading Stations and Bournemouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading Stations and Bournemouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 11 direct services per day from Reading Stations to Bournemouth

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

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