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

The cheapest way to get from Clifton to Reading is to rideshare which costs £5 - £10 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Clifton to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Clifton and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Clifton station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bristol Bus Station and arriving at Bridge Street via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Clifton and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Clifton to Reading. However, there are services departing from Clifton Down and arriving at Reading via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Clifton to Reading?

The distance between Clifton and Reading is 86 miles. The road distance is 79.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Clifton to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Clifton to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Clifton to Reading bus from?

Clifton to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Clifton to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Clifton to Reading?

The best way to get from Clifton to Reading is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £18 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Clifton to Reading bus arrive?

Clifton to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Reading station.

Where does the Clifton to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Clifton to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Clifton to Reading is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Clifton to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Can I share a ride from Clifton to Reading?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Clifton Down to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Severn Beach - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Readingtrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
1h 54m
£37–73
Rideshare
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1. Take the rideshare from Bristol to Readingrideshare 78 mi
1h 44m
£5–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Readingbus Uk049 / ...
1h 55m
£12–18
Drive 79 mi
1. Drive from Clifton to Readingcar 79 mi
1h 27m
£20–28

Clifton to Reading by train

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Distance: 85.8 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Clifton, Bristol, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Clifton Down to Reading via Bristol Temple Meads in around 1h 54m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Reading 3 times a day. Tickets cost £9–16 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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