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Trains from Basingstoke to Reading Stations

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51

train journeys
per day

13

miles (22 kms)

17 mins

fastest journey

05:49 / 00:10

first / last train

50

direct trains

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Basingstoke to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 51 scheduled rail journeys between Basingstoke and Reading Stations , with 50 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 1 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Basingstoke to Reading Stations is approximately 13 miles (22 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 28 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Basingstoke to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 17 mins.

Journeys from Basingstoke to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:49
    17 mins Direct
    06:06
    Basingstoke
    Reading
    Basingstoke to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:04
    22 mins Direct
    06:26
    Basingstoke
    Reading West
    Basingstoke to Reading West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:25
    22 mins Direct
    06:47
    Basingstoke
    Reading West
    Basingstoke to Reading West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:51
    17 mins Direct
    07:08
    Basingstoke
    Reading
    Basingstoke to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:02
    22 mins Direct
    07:24
    Basingstoke
    Reading West
    Basingstoke to Reading West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:20
    22 mins Direct
    07:42
    Basingstoke
    Reading West
    Basingstoke to Reading West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:39
    23 mins Direct
    08:02
    Basingstoke
    Reading West
    Basingstoke to Reading West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    22 mins Direct
    08:37
    Basingstoke
    Reading West
    Basingstoke to Reading West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:36
    23 mins Direct
    08:59
    Basingstoke
    Reading West
    Basingstoke to Reading West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:49
    18 mins Direct
    09:07
    Basingstoke
    Reading
    Basingstoke to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:19
    23 mins Direct
    09:42
    Basingstoke
    Reading West
    Basingstoke to Reading West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:49
    21 mins Direct
    10:10
    Basingstoke
    Reading
    Basingstoke to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:53
    22 mins Direct
    10:15
    Basingstoke
    Reading West
    Basingstoke to Reading West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:26
    25 mins Direct
    10:51
    Basingstoke
    Reading West
    Basingstoke to Reading West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:53
    22 mins Direct
    11:15
    Basingstoke
    Reading West
    Basingstoke to Reading West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:23
    22 mins Direct
    11:45
    Basingstoke
    Reading West
    Basingstoke to Reading West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:49
    17 mins Direct
    12:06
    Basingstoke
    Reading
    Basingstoke to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:53
    21 mins Direct
    12:14
    Basingstoke
    Reading West
    Basingstoke to Reading West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:22
    23 mins Direct
    12:45
    Basingstoke
    Reading West
    Basingstoke to Reading West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:48
    18 mins Direct
    13:06
    Basingstoke
    Reading
    Basingstoke to Reading

About Basingstoke Station

Station name Basingstoke (BSK)
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 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 Basingstoke and Reading Stations

The travel time between Basingstoke and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Basingstoke and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 51 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:49, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 50 direct services per day from Basingstoke to Reading Stations

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

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