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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Donnington is to line 1 bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Donnington is to drive which takes 26 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Donnington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St Marys Butts and arriving at Mountbatten Close. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Donnington?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Donnington. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Newbury via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Reading to Donnington?

The distance between Reading and Donnington is 18 miles. The road distance is 19.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Donnington without a car is to line 1 bus which takes 1h 6m and costs £2.

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

The line 1 bus from St Marys Butts to Mountbatten Close takes 1h 6m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Reading to Donnington bus from?

Reading to Donnington bus services, operated by Reading Buses, depart from St Marys Butts station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Donnington train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Donnington?

The best way to get from Reading to Donnington is to line 1 bus which takes 1h 6m and costs £2. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £8 - £17 and takes 1h 6m.

Where does the Reading to Donnington bus arrive?

Reading to Donnington bus services, operated by Reading Buses, arrive at Mountbatten Close station.

Where does the Reading to Donnington train arrive?

Reading to Donnington train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newbury station.

Can I drive from Reading to Donnington?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Donnington is 20 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Reading to Donnington.

Where can I stay near Donnington?

There are 424+ hotels available in Donnington.

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

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Line 1 bus
best
1. Take the bus from St Marys Butts to Mountbatten Closebus 1
1h 6m
£2
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Newburytrain Reading - Newbury / ...
1h 6m
£9–16
Drive 19.6 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Donningtoncar 19.6 mi
26 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Donningtontaxi 19.6 mi
26 min
£55–70

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Distance: 18.4 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Donnington, West Berkshire, England?

Reading Buses operates a bus from St Marys Butts to Mountbatten Close hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Newbury every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–15 and the journey takes 27 min.

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