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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Reading is to bus which costs £25 - £95 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Reading is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £85 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Bridge Street via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Plymouth and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Reading?

The distance between Plymouth and Reading is 189 miles. The road distance is 178.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Reading without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £85 - £160.

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

The train from Plymouth to Reading takes 2h 48m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Reading bus from?

Plymouth to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Reading?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Reading is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £95 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Plymouth to Reading bus arrive?

Plymouth to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Where does the Plymouth to Reading train arrive?

Plymouth to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Reading is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Plymouth to Reading.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Plymouth to Reading?

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There are 3 ways to get from Plymouth to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2h 48m
£85–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ridebus 504
4h 35m
£26–91
Drive 177.2 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Readingcar 177.2 mi
3h 23m
£44–63

Plymouth to Reading by train

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Distance: 188.4 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £85–160 and the journey takes 2h 48m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride twice daily. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 4h 10m. FlixBus also services this route twice daily.

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