What is the cheapest way to get from Porton Down to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Porton Down to Reading is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Porton Down to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Porton Down to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Porton Down and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Porton Down to Reading station. However, there are services departing from Firs Close and arriving at Railway Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Porton Down to Reading?

The distance between Porton Down and Reading is 59 miles. The road distance is 44.2 miles.

How do I travel from Porton Down to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Porton Down to Reading without a car is to line 66 bus and train which takes 2h 6m and costs £20 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Porton Down to Reading?

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Porton Down to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porton Down to Reading bus from?

Porton Down to Reading bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, depart from Firs Close station.

Where does the Porton Down to Reading bus arrive?

Porton Down to Reading bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Porton Down to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Porton Down to Reading is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Porton Down to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1450+ hotels available in Reading.

Porton Down to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 66 bus

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

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Line 66 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Porton Science Park to Railway Station Stop SBbus 66 / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Basingstoketrain Salisbury - London Waterloo / ...
2h 6m
£21–43
Drive 44 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porton Down to Readingcar 44 mi
1h 3m
£11–16
Line 87 bus, line 76 bus
1. Take the bus from Firs Close to Bus Stationbus 87
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 76
2h 34m
£22–35
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Porton Down to Readingtaxi 44 mi
1h 3m
£190–230

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Distance: 58.8 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Porton Down, England and Reading, England?

You can take a vehicle from Porton Down to Reading via Firs Close, Bus Station, Railway Station, and Basingstoke in around 2h 34m.

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