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

The cheapest way to get from Plumpton to Reading is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plumpton to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Plumpton and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Plumpton to Reading. However, there are services departing from Plumpton Lane and arriving at Reading RailAir via Gatwick Airport South Terminal and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Plumpton and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Plumpton to Reading. However, there are services departing from Haywards Heath and arriving at Reading via Farringdon Without. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Plumpton to Reading?

The distance between Plumpton and Reading is 72 miles. The road distance is 68.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plumpton to Reading without a car is to line 166 bus and train which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Plumpton to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plumpton to Reading bus from?

Plumpton to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Plumpton to Reading train from?

Plumpton to Reading train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Haywards Heath station.

Train or bus from Plumpton to Reading?

The best way to get from Plumpton to Reading is to bus which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £55. Alternatively, you can train via London, which costs £50 - £100 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Plumpton to Reading bus arrive?

Plumpton to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport T5 - station.

Where does the Plumpton to Reading train arrive?

Plumpton to Reading train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Plumpton to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Plumpton to Reading is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Plumpton to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1479+ hotels available in Reading.

Plumpton to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, line 166 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Plumpton to Reading by bus, train, or car

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Line 166 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Plumpton Lane to Perrymount Roadbus 166
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2h 31m
£32–62
Drive 67.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Plumpton to Readingcar 67.9 mi
1h 39m
£17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to London Heathrow Airport T5 -bus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h 44m
£38–54
Train via London
1. Take the train from Haywards Heath to Farringdontrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Readingtrain Elizabeth
2h 51m
£51–99
Train
1. Take the train from Lewes to Gatwick Airporttrain Eastbourne - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
3h 5m
£38–72

Plumpton to Reading by bus and train

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2h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 71.8 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Plumpton, East Sussex, England and Reading, England?

You can take a bus from Plumpton Lane to Reading RailAir via Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath, Gatwick Airport, Gatwick Airport South Terminal, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plumpton Lane to Reading via Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath, Farringdon, and Farringdon Without in around 2h 51m.

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