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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Thame is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Thame is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Thame?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Thame. However, there are services departing from Forbury Road and arriving at Town Hall via Speedwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Thame?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Thame. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Haddenham & Thame Parkway via Oxford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Reading to Thame?

The distance between Reading and Thame is 55 miles. The road distance is 24.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Thame without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £22 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Reading to Thame, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Thame bus from?

Reading to Thame bus services, operated by Thames Travel, depart from Forbury Road station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Thame train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Thame?

The best way to get from Reading to Thame is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £22 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £11 and takes 2h 33m.

Where does the Reading to Thame bus arrive?

Reading to Thame bus services, operated by Thames Travel, arrive at Police Station.

Where does the Reading to Thame train arrive?

Reading to Thame train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Oxford station.

Can I drive from Reading to Thame?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Thame is 25 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Reading to Thame.

Where can I stay near Thame?

There are 1575+ hotels available in Thame.

Reading to Thame - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and line 850 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Thame by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Oxfordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Oxford to Haddenham & Thame Parkwaytrain Oxford - London Marylebone / ...
2h 5m
£23–40
Drive 24.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Thamecar 24.5 mi
44 min
£6–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Forbury Road to Police Stationbus X40
2. Take the bus from Speedwell Street to Town Hallbus 400 / ...
2h 33m
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Thametaxi 24.5 mi
44 min
£110–140
Line 850 bus, line 40 bus
1. Take the bus from Friar Street to High Wycombe BusStnbus 850
2. Take the bus from High Wycombe BusStn to Town Hallbus 40
2h 56m
£10–11

Reading to Thame by bus

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2h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 54.5 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Cricket Ground via Oxford, Haddenham & Thame Parkway, and Station Bridge in around 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Forbury Road to Town Hall via Police Station and Speedwell Street in around 2h 33m.

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