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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Portland is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Portland is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Portland?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Portland. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Weymouth via Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Reading to Portland?

The distance between Reading and Portland is 115 miles. The road distance is 102 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Portland without a car is to train via Bournemouth which takes 3h 6m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Reading to Portland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Portland train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Portland train arrive?

Reading to Portland train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Reading to Portland?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Portland is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Reading to Portland.

Where can I stay near Portland?

There are 1139+ hotels available in Portland.

Reading to Portland - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Portland by train or car

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Train via Bournemouth
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 6m
£55–92
Drive 101.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Portlandcar 101.4 mi
2h 20m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Weymouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 31m
£41–104
Train via Westbury
1. Take the train from Reading to Westbury (Wilts)train London Paddington - Paignton / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
3h 48m
£53–100

Reading to Portland by train and bus

103Weekly Services

3h 6mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114.2 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Portland, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Mereside via Bournemouth, Weymouth, and King Street in around 3h 6m.

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