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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Tywyn is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Tywyn is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Tywyn?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Tywyn. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Tywyn?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Tywyn. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Machynlleth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Reading to Tywyn?

The distance between Reading and Tywyn is 218 miles. The road distance is 188.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Tywyn without a car is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £90 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Reading to Tywyn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Tywyn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Tywyn train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Tywyn?

The best way to get from Reading to Tywyn is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £90 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 39m.

Where does the Reading to Tywyn bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Tywyn train arrive?

Reading to Tywyn train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Tywyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Tywyn is 189 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Reading to Tywyn.

Where can I stay near Tywyn?

There are 1146+ hotels available in Tywyn.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
6h 17m
£94–145
Drive 187.5 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Tywyncar 187.5 mi
4h 13m
£46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
10h 39m

Reading to Tywyn by train and bus

54Weekly Services

6h 17mAverage Duration

£94Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.5 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Tywyn, Gwynedd, Wales?

You can take a train from Reading to Cinema via Birmingham New Street, Machynlleth, and Bus Depot in around 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to High Street via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newtown Bus Station, and Bus Depot in around 10h 39m.

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