What is the cheapest way to get from New Forest to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from New Forest to Reading is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from New Forest to Reading?

The fastest way to get from New Forest to Reading is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between New Forest and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from New Forest to Reading station. However, there are services departing from Savernake Hospital and arriving at Station Road via Newbury Wharf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from New Forest to Reading?

The distance between New Forest and Reading is 54 miles. The road distance is 35.9 miles.

How do I travel from New Forest to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from New Forest to Reading without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 10m and costs £20 - £40.

How long does it take to get from New Forest to Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from New Forest to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Forest to Reading bus from?

New Forest to Reading bus services, operated by Swindons Bus Company, depart from Savernake Hospital station.

Where does the New Forest to Reading bus arrive?

New Forest to Reading bus services, operated by Swindons Bus Company, arrive at Newbury Wharf station.

Can I drive from New Forest to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between New Forest to Reading is 36 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from New Forest to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1478+ hotels available in Reading.

New Forest to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from New Forest to Reading by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Lloyds Bank to Fleming Waybus X5
2. Take the train from Swindon to Readingtrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
1h 10m
£21–38
Drive 35.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from New Forest to Readingcar 35.7 mi
44 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from New Forest to Readingtaxi 35.7 mi
44 min
£150–190
Bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Savernake Hospital to Newbury Wharfbus X20
2. Take the bus from Newbury Wharf to Station Roadbus 1
2h 25m

New Forest to Reading by bus and train

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1h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 53.6 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between New Forest, Wiltshire, England and Reading, England?

You can take a bus from Savernake Hospital to Station Road via Newbury Wharf in around 2h 25m.

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