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Reading to Basingstoke train route details

First train
First train
22:39
Last train
Last train
21:57
Departure city
Departure city
Reading
Arrival city
Arrival city
Basingstoke
Journey time
Journey time
18m
Distance
Distance
23 km
Price
Price
€ 4.91*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

What are the next train times from Reading to Basingstoke?

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22:39
23m, Direct
Reading West
23:02
Basingstoke
Great Western Railway
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22:52
17m, Direct
Reading
23:09
Basingstoke
CrossCountry
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23:08
24m, Direct
Reading West
23:32
Basingstoke
Great Western Railway
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23:09
3h 35m, 2 change
Reading
02:44
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Basingstoke
South Western Railway
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05:51
2h 30m, 2 change
Reading
08:21
Basingstoke
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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06:21
2h 25m, 2 change
Reading
08:46
Paris
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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Explore the cheapest prices to Basingstoke from Reading this week

Typical ticket prices between Reading and Basingstoke are around € 4.91, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!

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Sun19Apr
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Mon20Apr
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Tue21Apr
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Wed22Apr
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Thu23Apr
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How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Basingstoke

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Group travel deals

If your party consists of 3 to 9 travellers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Reading to Basingstoke more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you travel between Reading and Basingstoke on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.
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Travel during Off-Peak train times

We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by travelling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.
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Book in advance

Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Reading to Basingstoke when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.

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