What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to East Sussex?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to East Sussex is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to East Sussex?

The fastest way to get from Reading to East Sussex is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and East Sussex?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to East Sussex. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at The Brewers Arms via Heathrow Terminal 5, Gatwick South Terminal and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and East Sussex?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to East Sussex. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Polegate via Gatwick Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Reading to East Sussex?

The distance between Reading and East Sussex is 94 miles. The road distance is 87.6 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to East Sussex without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to East Sussex without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £40 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Reading to East Sussex?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Reading to East Sussex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to East Sussex bus from?

Reading to East Sussex bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to East Sussex train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to East Sussex?

The best way to get from Reading to East Sussex is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £50 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Reading to East Sussex bus arrive?

Reading to East Sussex bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to East Sussex train arrive?

Reading to East Sussex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Gatwick Airport station.

Can I drive from Reading to East Sussex?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to East Sussex is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Reading to East Sussex.

Where can I stay near East Sussex?

There are 1311+ hotels available in East Sussex.

Reading to East Sussex - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Reading to East Sussex by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain Reading - Gatwick Airport
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Polegatetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
3h 37m
£43–81
Drive 87.1 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to East Sussexcar 87.1 mi
1h 51m
£22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
3. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to High Streetbus 500
5h 4m
£40–47

Reading to East Sussex by train and bus

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Distance: 93.8 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Reading, England and East Sussex, England?

You can take a train from Reading to The Truggery via Gatwick Airport, Polegate, and Railway Station in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to The Brewers Arms via Heathrow Terminal 5, South Terminal Bus Station, Gatwick South Terminal, High Street, and Tesco in around 5h 4m.

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