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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Cowley is to bus and line 600 bus which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Cowley is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Cowley?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading station to Cowley. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at The Longwall via Redbridge Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Reading to Cowley?

The distance between Reading and Cowley is 31 miles. The road distance is 25.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Cowley without a car is to train and line 500 bus which takes 50 min and costs £14 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 50 min to get from Reading to Cowley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Cowley bus from?

Reading to Cowley bus services, operated by Thames Travel, depart from Station Road.

Where does the Reading to Cowley bus arrive?

Reading to Cowley bus services, operated by Thames Travel, arrive at Redbridge Park and Ride station.

Can I drive from Reading to Cowley?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Cowley is 25 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Reading to Cowley.

Where can I stay near Cowley?

There are 1471+ hotels available in Cowley.

Reading to Cowley - 5 ways to travel via train, line 500 bus, and line 600 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Cowley by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 500 bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Oxfordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from High Street to The Original Swanbus 46 / ...
50 min
£14–26
Bus, line 600 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Redbridge Park and Ridebus X40
2. Take the bus from Redbridge Park and Ride to The Longwallbus 600
1h 55m
£4–6
Train, line 600 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Oxfordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Frideswide Square to The Longwallbus 600
1h 14m
£15–28
Drive 25.3 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Cowleycar 25.3 mi
40 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Cowleytaxi 25.3 mi
40 min
£110–140

Reading to Cowley by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 30.4 mi
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Reading, England and Cowley, Oxfordshire, England?

You can take a bus from Station Road to The Longwall via Redbridge Park and Ride in around 1h 55m.

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