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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Chichester is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Chichester is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Chichester?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Chichester. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Chichester via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Reading to Chichester?

The distance between Reading and Chichester is 80 miles. The road distance is 53.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Chichester without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £35 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Reading to Chichester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Chichester train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Chichester train arrive?

Reading to Chichester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Reading to Chichester?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Chichester is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Reading to Chichester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chichester?

There are 1885+ hotels available in Chichester.

Reading to Chichester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 60 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Chichestertrain Southampton Central - Brighton / ...
2h 5m
£36–55
Drive 53.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Chichestercar 53.5 mi
1h 19m
£14–20
Train, bus, line 60 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Guildfordtrain
2. Take the bus from Friary Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 70
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Cathedralbus 60
3h 46m
£16–28
Train via London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain Reading - Gatwick Airport
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Chichestertrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2h 52m
£41–74

Reading to Chichester by train

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2h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 79.7 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Chichester via Southampton Central in around 2h 5m.

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