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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Brightlingsea is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Brightlingsea is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Brightlingsea?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Brightlingsea. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Wivenhoe via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Reading to Brightlingsea?

The distance between Reading and Brightlingsea is 103 miles. The road distance is 111.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Brightlingsea without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Reading to Brightlingsea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Brightlingsea train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Brightlingsea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Brightlingsea?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Brightlingsea is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Reading to Brightlingsea.

Where can I stay near Brightlingsea?

There are 959+ hotels available in Brightlingsea.

Reading to Brightlingsea - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 87 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Brightlingsea by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Wivenhoetrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea
3h 7m
£48–111
Drive 110.9 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Brightlingseacar 110.9 mi
2h 21m
£28–40
Train, line 87 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain
3. Take the bus from Groves Close to Victoria Placebus 87
3h 14m
£59–104
Train, line 87 bus via London
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
3. Take the bus from Groves Close to Victoria Placebus 87
3h 43m
£46–81

Reading to Brightlingsea by train, foot, and bus

143Weekly Services

3h 7mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 102.3 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Bateman Road via London Paddington, Stratford (London), Wivenhoe, and Co-op in around 3h 7m.

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