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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Plymouth is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 6h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Plymouth is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £85 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Plymouth station. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Plymouth Coach Station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Plymouth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Plymouth. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Reading to Plymouth?

The distance between Reading and Plymouth is 189 miles. The road distance is 178.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £85 - £160.

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

The train from Reading to Plymouth takes 2h 46m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Reading to Plymouth bus from?

Reading to Plymouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Reading station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Plymouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Plymouth?

The best way to get from Reading to Plymouth is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Reading to Plymouth bus arrive?

Reading to Plymouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Reading to Plymouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Plymouth is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Reading to Plymouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Plymouth?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Reading to Plymouth?

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Where can I stay near Plymouth?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2h 46m
£85–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
6h 6m
£25–42
Drive 177.6 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Plymouthcar 177.6 mi
3h 23m
£44–63
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Exeter (EXT)plane SOU - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
6h 29m
£133–470

Reading to Plymouth by train

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Distance: 188.4 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Plymouth hourly. Tickets cost £85–160 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Reading to Plymouth Coach Station twice daily. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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