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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Southsea is to bus which costs £12 - £35 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Southsea is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Southsea?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Station North Interchange station and arriving at Clarence Pier. Services depart twice daily, and operate Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Southsea?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Southsea. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Fratton via Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Reading to Southsea?

The distance between Reading and Southsea is 62 miles. The road distance is 56.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Southsea without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £24 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Reading to Southsea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Southsea bus from?

Reading to Southsea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Station North Interchange.

Where do I catch the Reading to Southsea train from?

Reading to Southsea train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Reading to Southsea?

The best way to get from Reading to Southsea is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £24 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £35 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Reading to Southsea bus arrive?

Reading to Southsea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Clarence Pier station.

Where does the Reading to Southsea train arrive?

Reading to Southsea train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Fratton station.

Can I drive from Reading to Southsea?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Southsea is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Reading to Southsea.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Southsea?

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Reading to Southsea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 69 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Frattontrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2h 4m
£24–59
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station North Interchange to Clarence Pierbus Vc5
2h 20m
£12–35
Drive 56 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Southseacar 56 mi
1h 19m
£14–20
Train, line 69 bus, line 3 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Winchestertrain
2. Take the bus from The Broadway to Bus Stationbus 69
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Southsea Shopsbus 3
3h 57m

Reading to Southsea by train

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Distance: 61.5 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Basingstoke to Fratton hourly. Tickets cost £18–45 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Station North Interchange to Clarence Pier twice daily. Tickets cost £12–35 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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