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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Reading is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Reading. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at The Malls via South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Reading. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Reading via Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Dorset to Reading?

The distance between Dorset and Reading is 104 miles. The road distance is 85.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Reading without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £50 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Dorset to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Reading bus from?

Dorset to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Reading train from?

Dorset to Reading train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Moreton (Dorset) station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Reading?

The best way to get from Dorset to Reading is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £50 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Dorset to Reading bus arrive?

Dorset to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at The Malls station.

Where does the Dorset to Reading train arrive?

Dorset to Reading train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Reading is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Dorset to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to Bournemouthtrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 3m
£52–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to The Mallsbus 035
4h 13m
£19–35
Drive 85 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Readingcar 85 mi
1h 56m
£21–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Tescobus Cr8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tesco to Poole stationbus X8
3. Take the train from Poole to Basingstoketrain
4. Take the train from Basingstoke to Reading Westtrain
4h 45m

Dorset to Reading by bus and train

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4h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 102.9 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Reading via Moreton (Dorset) and Bournemouth in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from South Station to The Malls 3 times a week. Tickets cost £14–24 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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