What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Chesil Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Chesil Beach is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Chesil Beach?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Chesil Beach is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Chesil Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Chesil Beach. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Marks and Spencer via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Chesil Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Chesil Beach. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Weymouth via Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Reading to Chesil Beach?

The distance between Reading and Chesil Beach is 117 miles. The road distance is 100.7 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Chesil Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Chesil Beach without a car is to train via Bournemouth which takes 3h 9m and costs £80 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Chesil Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Reading to Chesil Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Chesil Beach bus from?

Reading to Chesil Beach bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Chesil Beach train from?

Reading to Chesil Beach train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Chesil Beach?

The best way to get from Reading to Chesil Beach is to train via Bournemouth which takes 3h 9m and costs £80 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £80 - £110 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Reading to Chesil Beach bus arrive?

Reading to Chesil Beach bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Chesil Beach train arrive?

Reading to Chesil Beach train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Reading to Chesil Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Chesil Beach is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Reading to Chesil Beach.

Where can I stay near Chesil Beach?

There are 1424+ hotels available in Chesil Beach.

Reading to Chesil Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Bournemouth
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 9m
£80–119
Drive 100.1 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Chesil Beachcar 100.1 mi
2h 23m
£25–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Marks and Spencerbus 035
5h 9m
£82–110
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Upweytrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 30m
£66–127

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Distance: 116.5 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Chesil Beach, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Chesil Beach via Bournemouth and Weymouth in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Chesil Beach via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Marks and Spencer in around 5h 9m.

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