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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Lifton is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Lifton is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Lifton?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Lifton. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Arundell Arms Hotel via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and West Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Lifton?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Lifton. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Okehampton via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Reading to Lifton?

The distance between Reading and Lifton is 178 miles. The road distance is 172.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Lifton without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Reading to Lifton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Lifton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Lifton train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Lifton?

The best way to get from Reading to Lifton is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £80 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Reading to Lifton bus arrive?

Reading to Lifton bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Lifton train arrive?

Reading to Lifton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Reading to Lifton?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Lifton is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Reading to Lifton.

Where can I stay near Lifton?

There are 1091+ hotels available in Lifton.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Okehamptontrain Exeter Central - Okehampton / ...
4h 43m
£71–126
Drive 171.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Liftoncar 171.3 mi
3h 24m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tenby Housebus 66
8h 35m
£55–80
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from Clifton Place to Railway Stationbus 66
7h 9m
£57–114

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Distance: 177.1 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Arundell Arms Hotel via Exeter St Davids, Okehampton, and Railway Station in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Arundell Arms Hotel via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Tenby House, and West Street in around 8h 35m.

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