What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Lyme Regis?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Lyme Regis is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Lyme Regis?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Lyme Regis is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Lyme Regis?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Lyme Regis. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at The Square via Heathrow Terminal 5, South Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Lyme Regis?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Lyme Regis. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Axminster via Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Reading to Lyme Regis?

The distance between Reading and Lyme Regis is 118 miles. The road distance is 116.3 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Lyme Regis without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Lyme Regis without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £40 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Lyme Regis?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Reading to Lyme Regis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Lyme Regis bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Lyme Regis train from?

Reading to Lyme Regis train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Reading to Lyme Regis?

The best way to get from Reading to Lyme Regis is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Reading to Lyme Regis bus arrive?

Reading to Lyme Regis bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Lyme Regis train arrive?

Reading to Lyme Regis train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Axminster station.

Can I drive from Reading to Lyme Regis?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Lyme Regis is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Reading to Lyme Regis.

Where can I stay near Lyme Regis?

There are 1684+ hotels available in Lyme Regis.

Reading to Lyme Regis - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 28m
£41–104
Drive 115.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Lyme Regiscar 115.7 mi
2h 23m
£29–41
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Squarebus 30
3h 50m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Stationbus 035
6h 27m
£48–85

Reading to Lyme Regis by train and bus

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3h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 117.5 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Lyme Regis, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Basingstoke to Axminster hourly. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to The Square via Heathrow Terminal 5, South Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 27m.

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