What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Dover Castle (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Dover Castle (Station) is to rideshare which costs £10 - £14 and takes 2h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Dover Castle (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Dover Castle (Station) is to drive which takes 2h and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Dover Castle (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Dover Castle (Station). However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Dover via Heathrow Terminal 5 and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Dover Castle (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Dover Castle (Station). However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Dover Priory via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Reading to Dover Castle (Station)?

The distance between Reading and Dover Castle (Station) is 117 miles. The road distance is 118.4 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Dover Castle (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Dover Castle (Station) without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £55 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Dover Castle (Station)?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Reading to Dover Castle (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Dover Castle (Station) bus from?

Reading to Dover Castle (Station) bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Dover Castle (Station) train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Dover Castle (Station)?

The best way to get from Reading to Dover Castle (Station) is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 035 bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Reading to Dover Castle (Station) bus arrive?

Reading to Dover Castle (Station) bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Dover Castle (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Dover Castle (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Dover Castle (Station) is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Reading to Dover Castle (Station).

Where can I stay near Dover Castle (Station)?

There are 1267+ hotels available in Dover Castle (Station).

Can I share a ride from Reading to Dover Castle (Station)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Reading and Dover Castle (Station). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Reading to Dover Castle (Station) - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Dover Castle (Station) by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 59m
£58–139
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Reading to Doverrideshare 116.5 mi
2h 39m
£10–14
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Vauxhalltrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Pencester Roadbus 007
6h 3m
£34–114
Drive 117.7 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Dover Castle (Station)car 117.7 mi
2h
£29–42
Train via London
1. Take the train from Reading to Bond Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Dover Priorytrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
3h 47m
£64–143
Bus, line 035 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 700
6h 12m
£38–55

Reading to Dover Castle (Station) by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 116.3 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Dover Castle (Station), England?

You can take a train from Reading to Dover Castle (Station) via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Dover Priory in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Dover Castle (Station) via Heathrow Terminal 5, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Dover in around 6h 12m.

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