What is the cheapest way to get from Ashbourne to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Ashbourne to Reading is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashbourne to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Ashbourne to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ashbourne and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashbourne station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Bus Station, Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Ashbourne to Reading?

The distance between Ashbourne and Reading is 157 miles. The road distance is 132.9 miles.

How do I travel from Ashbourne to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Ashbourne to Reading without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 57m and costs £60 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Ashbourne to Reading?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Ashbourne to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashbourne to Reading bus from?

Ashbourne to Reading bus services, operated by Kinchbus, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Ashbourne to Reading bus arrive?

Ashbourne to Reading bus services, operated by Kinchbus, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ashbourne to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashbourne to Reading is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Ashbourne to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1520+ hotels available in Reading.

Ashbourne to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ashbourne to Reading by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 1C / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
4h 57m
£61–94
Drive 132.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ashbourne to Readingcar 132.1 mi
2h 46m
£33–47
Bus via Leicester
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Sky
2. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
7h 34m
£48–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
7h 39m
£56–86

Ashbourne to Reading by bus and train

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4h 57mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.1 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Ashbourne, England and Reading, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Reading RailAir via Bus Station, Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station, London Heathrow Airport, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 7h 34m.

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