What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Portchester Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Portchester Castle is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Portchester Castle?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Portchester Castle is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Portchester Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Portchester Castle. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at White Hart via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Portchester Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Portchester Castle. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Portchester via Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Reading to Portchester Castle?

The distance between Reading and Portchester Castle is 56 miles. The road distance is 51.7 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Portchester Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Portchester Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £22 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Portchester Castle?

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Reading to Portchester Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Portchester Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Portchester Castle train from?

Reading to Portchester Castle train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Portchester Castle?

The best way to get from Reading to Portchester Castle is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 4h.

Where does the Reading to Portchester Castle bus arrive?

Reading to Portchester Castle bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Portchester Castle train arrive?

Reading to Portchester Castle train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Reading to Portchester Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Portchester Castle is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Reading to Portchester Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Portchester Castle?

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Where can I stay near Portchester Castle?

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Reading to Portchester Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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best
1. Take the train from Reading to Basingstoketrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Portchestertrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2h 10m
£22–49
Drive 51.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Portchester Castlecar 51.4 mi
1h 12m
£13–18
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Mother Kellysbus X4 / ...
2h 43m
£28–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bus Stationbus 030
4h
£43–68

Reading to Portchester Castle by train and foot

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Distance: 56.1 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Portchester Castle, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Portchester Castle via Basingstoke and Portchester in around 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Portchester Castle via Heathrow Terminal 5, Bus Station, and White Hart in around 4h.

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