What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to The Downs School?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to The Downs School is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to The Downs School?

The fastest way to get from Reading to The Downs School is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £75 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and The Downs School?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading station to The Downs School. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at The Downs School via Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Reading to The Downs School?

The distance between Reading and The Downs School is 28 miles. The road distance is 16.5 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to The Downs School without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to The Downs School without a car is to train and line 6 bus which takes 2h 18m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Reading to The Downs School?

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Reading to The Downs School, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to The Downs School bus from?

Reading to The Downs School bus services, operated by Thames Travel, depart from Station Road.

Where does the Reading to The Downs School bus arrive?

Reading to The Downs School bus services, operated by Thames Travel, arrive at Market Place station.

Can I drive from Reading to The Downs School?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to The Downs School is 16 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Reading to The Downs School.

Where can I stay near The Downs School?

There are 912+ hotels available in The Downs School.

Reading to The Downs School - 5 ways to travel via train, line 6 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Reading to The Downs School by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, line 6 bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Newburytrain Reading - Newbury / ...
2. Take the bus from Newbury Wharf to School Cottagebus 6
2h 18m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Market Placebus X40 / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Place to The Downs Schoolbus Ds1
2h 47m
£4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to The Downs Schooltaxi 16.4 mi
27 min
£75–95
Drive 16.4 mi
1. Drive from Reading to The Downs Schoolcar 16.4 mi
27 min
£4–6
Line 1 bus, line 6 bus
1. Take the bus from St Marys Butts to Newbury Wharfbus 1
2. Take the bus from Newbury Wharf to Newbury Lanebus 6
2h 52m

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Distance: 28.1 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Reading, England and The Downs School, England?

You can take a bus from Station Road to The Downs School via Market Place and The Downs School in around 2h 47m.

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