What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Reading is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth Harbour and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth Harbour to Reading. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth Harbour and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth Harbour to Reading. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth Harbour and arriving at Reading via Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Portsmouth Harbour to Reading?

The distance between Portsmouth Harbour and Reading is 63 miles. The road distance is 56.3 miles.

How do I travel from Portsmouth Harbour to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £25 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth Harbour to Reading bus from?

Portsmouth Harbour to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth Harbour to Reading train from?

Portsmouth Harbour to Reading train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth Harbour station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth Harbour to Reading?

The best way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Reading is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £25 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the Portsmouth Harbour to Reading bus arrive?

Portsmouth Harbour to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Portsmouth Harbour to Reading train arrive?

Portsmouth Harbour to Reading train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth Harbour to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth Harbour to Reading is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Portsmouth Harbour to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Portsmouth Harbour to Reading?

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

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best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to Basingstoketrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
1h 45m
£26–59
Drive 56 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portsmouth Harbour to Readingcar 56 mi
1h 15m
£14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h 16m
£37–59

Portsmouth Harbour to Reading by foot and train

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Distance: 63 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Portsmouth Harbour, England and Reading, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Portsmouth Harbour to Basingstoke hourly. Tickets cost £19–45 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Portsmouth Harbour to Reading RailAir via The Hard Interchange and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 2h 16m.

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