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

The cheapest way to get from Bridgwater to Reading is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 1h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bridgwater to Reading is to train via Taunton which takes 1h 49m and costs £50 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Bridgwater and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Bridgwater station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Bridgwater and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bridgwater and arriving at Reading. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Bridgwater to Reading?

The distance between Bridgwater and Reading is 118 miles. The road distance is 114.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bridgwater to Reading without a car is to train via Taunton which takes 1h 49m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Bridgwater to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bridgwater to Reading bus from?

Bridgwater to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bridgwater to Reading train from?

Bridgwater to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Taunton station.

Train or bus from Bridgwater to Reading?

The best way to get from Bridgwater to Reading is to train via Taunton which takes 1h 49m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £100 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Bridgwater to Reading bus arrive?

Bridgwater to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bridgwater to Reading train arrive?

Bridgwater to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Bridgwater to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Bridgwater to Reading is 115 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Bridgwater to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Bridgwater to Reading?

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There are 6 ways to get from Bridgwater to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train via Taunton
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
1h 49m
£50–99
Drive 114.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bridgwater to Readingcar 114.2 mi
1h 58m
£28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
3h 49m
£52–96
Train
1. Take the train from Bridgwater to Readingtrain Paignton - London Paddington / ...
2h 4m
£50–95
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Bridgwater to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Paignton - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Readingtrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2h 20m
£50–98
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 375
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 174 / ...
3. Take the train from Bath Spa to Readingtrain
4h 38m
£35–67

Bridgwater to Reading by train

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Distance: 117.7 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Taunton to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £45–90 and the journey takes 1h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 3h 49m.

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