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

The cheapest way to get from Oxfordshire to Reading is to bus which costs £5 - £8 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxfordshire to Reading is to train which takes 45 min and costs £14 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Oxfordshire and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxfordshire to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bramley Close and arriving at Forbury Road via Westgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Oxfordshire and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Oxfordshire to Reading. However, there are services departing from Islip and arriving at Reading via Oxford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Oxfordshire to Reading?

The distance between Oxfordshire and Reading is 33 miles. The road distance is 33.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxfordshire to Reading without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs £14 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Oxfordshire to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxfordshire to Reading bus from?

Oxfordshire to Reading bus services, operated by Thames Travel, depart from Westgate station.

Where do I catch the Oxfordshire to Reading train from?

Oxfordshire to Reading train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, depart from Islip station.

Train or bus from Oxfordshire to Reading?

The best way to get from Oxfordshire to Reading is to train which takes 45 min and costs £14 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £8 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Oxfordshire to Reading bus arrive?

Oxfordshire to Reading bus services, operated by Thames Travel, arrive at Forbury Road station.

Where does the Oxfordshire to Reading train arrive?

Oxfordshire to Reading train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, arrive at Oxford station.

Can I drive from Oxfordshire to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxfordshire to Reading is 34 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Oxfordshire to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Islip to Oxfordtrain London Marylebone - Oxford / ...
2. Take the train from Oxford to Readingtrain Oxford - London Paddington / ...
45 min
£15–29
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Westgate to Forbury Roadbus X40 / ...
2h 10m
£6–8
Drive 33.3 mi
1. Drive from Oxfordshire to Readingcar 33.3 mi
47 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oxfordshire to Readingtaxi 33.3 mi
47 min
£95–120

Oxfordshire to Reading by train

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Distance: 33.1 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

You can take a train from Islip to Reading via Oxford in around 45 min. Alternatively, Thames Travel operates a bus from Westgate to Forbury Road every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 1h 31m.

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