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How to get fromReading to Launcestonby train, bus, or car

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

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  1. Train, line 306 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain train
    2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Okehamptontrain train
    3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Kensey Valley Meadowbus bus 306
    4h 50m
    £77–138

  2. Drive 175.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Reading to Launcestoncar car 175.5 mi
    3h 27m
    £43–62

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter Centraltrain train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
    2. Take the bus from Prison to Railway Stationbus bus 66
    7h 7m
    £62–141

Reading to Launceston by train and bus

Calendar48Weekly Services
Duration4h 50mAverage Duration
Ticket£77Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 180.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 50m

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

There is no direct connection from Reading to Launceston. However, you can take the train to Exeter St Davids, take the train to Okehampton, walk to Railway Station, then take the line 306 bus to Kensey Valley Meadow. Alternatively, you can drive from Reading to Launceston in around 3h 27m.

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