What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Saunton Sands?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Saunton Sands is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Saunton Sands?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Saunton Sands is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Saunton Sands?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Saunton Sands. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Pottery Lane via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Saunton Sands?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Saunton Sands. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Reading to Saunton Sands?

The distance between Reading and Saunton Sands is 186 miles. The road distance is 167 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Saunton Sands without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Saunton Sands without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £100 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Saunton Sands?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Reading to Saunton Sands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Saunton Sands bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Saunton Sands train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Saunton Sands?

The best way to get from Reading to Saunton Sands is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £90 - £160 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Reading to Saunton Sands bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Saunton Sands train arrive?

Reading to Saunton Sands train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Reading to Saunton Sands?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Saunton Sands is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Reading to Saunton Sands.

Where can I stay near Saunton Sands?

There are 2395+ hotels available in Saunton Sands.

Reading to Saunton Sands - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Saunton Sands by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
3h 58m
£100–177
Drive 166 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Saunton Sandscar 166 mi
3h 37m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Pottery Lanebus 502
7h 50m
£91–158
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 30m
£86–186

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Distance: 184.8 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Saunton Sands, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Saunton Sands via Exeter St Davids and Barnstaple in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Saunton Sands via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Pottery Lane in around 7h 50m.

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