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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Reading is to bus which costs £12 - £35 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Clarence Pier and arriving at Station North Interchange station. Services depart six times a week, and operate Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Reading. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Reading via Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Reading?

The distance between Portsmouth and Reading is 63 miles. The road distance is 55.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £25 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Portsmouth to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Reading bus from?

Portsmouth to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Clarence Pier station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Reading?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Reading is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £25 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £35 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Reading bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Station North Interchange.

Where does the Portsmouth to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Reading is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Portsmouth to Reading.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Basingstoketrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Readingtrain Basingstoke - Reading
1h 51m
£25–58
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Clarence Pier to Station North Interchangebus Vc5
2h 15m
£12–35
Drive 55.4 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Readingcar 55.4 mi
1h 14m
£14–20
Train via Winchester
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Winchestertrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Winchester to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 12m
£29–52
Bus via Slough
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 21m
£37–58

Portsmouth to Reading by train

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Distance: 62.3 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading via Basingstoke in around 1h 51m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Clarence Pier to Station North Interchange 6 times a week. Tickets cost £12–35 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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