What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Reading (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Reading (Station) is to rideshare which costs £5 - £10 and takes 1h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Reading (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Reading (Station) is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £35 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Reading (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Reading (Station). However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Reading (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Bristol to Reading (Station)?

The distance between Bristol and Reading (Station) is 82 miles. The road distance is 78.2 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol to Reading (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Reading (Station) without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Reading (Station)?

The train from Bristol Temple Meads to Reading takes 1h 11m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Reading (Station) bus from?

Bristol to Reading (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Reading (Station) train from?

Bristol to Reading (Station) train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Reading (Station)?

The best way to get from Bristol to Reading (Station) is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Bristol to Reading (Station) bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bristol to Reading (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol to Reading (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Reading (Station) is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Bristol to Reading (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Bristol to Reading (Station)?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bristol to Reading (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Reading (Station)?

There are 1488+ hotels available in Reading (Station).

Can I share a ride from Bristol to Reading (Station)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bristol and Reading (Station). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bristol to Reading (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bristol to Reading (Station) by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Readingtrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
1h 11m
£35–70
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bristol to Readingrideshare 78 mi
1h 49m
£5–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
3h 7m
£47–82
Drive 77.7 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Reading (Station)car 77.7 mi
1h 23m
£19–28

Bristol to Reading (Station) by train

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Distance: 82 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Reading (Station), Reading, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 3h 7m.

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