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Trains from Southampton Central to Reading

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39

train journeys
per day

42

miles (68 kms)

51 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 00:06

first / last train

16

direct trains

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 39 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central and Reading , with 16 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Central to Reading is approximately 42 miles (68 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 35 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 51 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Central to Reading Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:15
    51 mins Direct
    06:06
    Southampton Central
    Reading
    Southampton Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    53 mins Direct
    07:08
    Southampton Central
    Reading
    Southampton Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    1 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    07:46
    Southampton Central
    Reading
    Southampton Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    08:06
    Southampton Central
    Reading
    Southampton Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    54 mins Direct
    08:09
    Southampton Central
    Reading
    Southampton Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:38
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    09:04
    Southampton Central
    Reading
    Southampton Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    52 mins Direct
    09:07
    Southampton Central
    Reading
    Southampton Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:30
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    Southampton Central
    Reading
    Southampton Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    55 mins Direct
    10:10
    Southampton Central
    Reading
    Southampton Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:30
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:55
    Southampton Central
    Reading
    Southampton Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:15
    51 mins Direct
    11:06
    Southampton Central
    Reading
    Southampton Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:30
    1 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    11:49
    Southampton Central
    Reading
    Southampton Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    51 mins Direct
    12:06
    Southampton Central
    Reading
    Southampton Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    1 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    12:49
    Southampton Central
    Reading
    Southampton Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:15
    51 mins Direct
    13:06
    Southampton Central
    Reading
    Southampton Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:30
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Southampton Central
    Reading
    Southampton Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:15
    52 mins Direct
    14:07
    Southampton Central
    Reading
    Southampton Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:30
    1 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    Southampton Central
    Reading
    Southampton Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:15
    51 mins Direct
    15:06
    Southampton Central
    Reading
    Southampton Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:30
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    15:55
    Southampton Central
    Reading
    Southampton Central to Reading

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
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 Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
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 Southampton Central and Reading

The travel time between Southampton Central and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 39 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 16 direct services per day from Southampton Central to Reading

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

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