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How to get fromReading to Somersetby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Reading to Somerset by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Reading to Tauntontrain train London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
    2. Take the bus from Castle Way to Shovel Lanebus bus 21A / ...
    2h 5m
  2. Drive 106.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Reading to Somersetcar car 106.8 mi
    2h 23m
    £26–38
  3. Train, bus via Bath

    1. Take the train from Reading to Bath Spatrain train
    2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Airport Tavernbus bus A4
    3. Take the bus from Airport Tavern to Huntworth Lane M5bus bus Fal
    3h 17m
    £37–68

Reading to Somerset by train and bus

Calendar225Weekly Services
Duration3h 17mAverage Duration
Ticket£37Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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

There is no direct connection from Reading to Somerset. However, you can take the train to Taunton, walk to Taunton Rail Station, take the bus to Taunton Town Centre Stop H, walk to Castle Way, then take the bus to Shovel Lane. Alternatively, you can take a train from Reading to Huntworth Lane M5 via Bath Spa, Bus Station, and Airport Tavern in around 3h 17m.

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