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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Padstow is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Padstow is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Padstow?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Padstow. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at New Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Padstow?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Padstow. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Bodmin Parkway via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from Reading to Padstow?

The distance between Reading and Padstow is 238 miles. The road distance is 210.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Padstow without a car is to train which takes 7h 16m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 16m to get from Reading to Padstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Padstow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Padstow train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Padstow?

The best way to get from Reading to Padstow is to train which takes 7h 16m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £75 - £150 and takes 9h 14m.

Where does the Reading to Padstow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Padstow train arrive?

Reading to Padstow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bodmin Parkway station.

Can I drive from Reading to Padstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Padstow is 211 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Reading to Padstow.

Where can I stay near Padstow?

There are 3151+ hotels available in Padstow.

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There are 7 ways to get from Reading to Padstow by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Bodmin Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
7h 16m
£101–187
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading to Newquay Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
9h 42m
£33–55
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 406 / ...
9h 14m
£75–146
Drive 209.3 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Padstowcar 209.3 mi
4h 8m
£51–74
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LHR - NQY
6h 24m
£156–384
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane SOU - NQY
6h 16m
£156–316
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane STN - NQY
5h 38m
£83–283

Reading to Padstow by train and bus

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7h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 236.4 mi
Duration: 7h 16m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Bodmin Parkway every 2 hours. Tickets cost £95–190 and the journey takes 5h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to New Street via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 9h 14m.

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