What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Porton Down?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Porton Down is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Porton Down?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Porton Down is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Porton Down?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading station to Porton Down. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Firs Close via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Reading to Porton Down?

The distance between Reading and Porton Down is 59 miles. The road distance is 44.2 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Porton Down without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Porton Down without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 49m and costs £22 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Porton Down?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Reading to Porton Down, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Porton Down bus from?

Reading to Porton Down bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Reading to Porton Down bus arrive?

Reading to Porton Down bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Reading to Porton Down?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Porton Down is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Reading to Porton Down.

Where can I stay near Porton Down?

There are 537+ hotels available in Porton Down.

Reading to Porton Down - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 76 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Porton Down by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Salisburytrain London Waterloo - Salisbury / ...
2. Take the bus from Endless Street to Firs Road Topbus 88 / ...
2h 49m
£23–46
Line 76 bus, line 87 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 76
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Firs Closebus 87
3h 20m
£10–20
Drive 43.9 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Porton Downcar 43.9 mi
1h 4m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Porton Downtaxi 43.9 mi
1h 4m
£190–230

Reading to Porton Down by train and bus

89Weekly Services

2h 49mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 58.4 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Porton Down, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Firs Close via Basingstoke, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 3h 20m.

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