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Find best prices from Reading West to Southampton Central

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Reading West to Southampton Central, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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NZD 37.42
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NZD 61.30
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NZD 61.30
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Reading West to Southampton Central train prices and times

Planning a journey from Reading West to Southampton Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 37.42, with average prices for this route around NZD 63.79. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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05:44
1h 16m, No direct
Reading West
07:00
Southampton Central
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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06:43
1h 14m, No direct
Reading West
07:57
Southampton Central
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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07:00
1h 26m, No direct
Reading West
08:26
Southampton Central
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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07:41
1h 1m, No direct
Reading West
08:42
Southampton Central
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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08:03
1h 19m, No direct
Reading West
09:22
Southampton Central
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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08:38
1h 5m, No direct
Reading West
09:43
Paris
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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Reading West to Southampton Central train route details

First train
First train
05:44
Last train
Last train
23:37
Departure station
Departure station
Reading West
Arrival station
Arrival station
Southampton Central
Journey time
Journey time
1h
Distance
Distance
68 km
Price
Price
NZD 37.42*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading West to Southampton Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Reading West to Southampton Central. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Reading West to Southampton Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Reading West to Southampton Central, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Reading West to Southampton Central ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Reading West to Southampton Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading West to Southampton Central train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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