What is the cheapest way to get from Reading (Station) to Cowes?

The cheapest way to get from Reading (Station) to Cowes is to bus and Catamaran which costs £50 - £80 and takes 5h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading (Station) to Cowes?

The fastest way to get from Reading (Station) to Cowes is to bus and Catamaran which takes 5h 27m and costs £50 - £80.

How far is it from Reading (Station) to Cowes?

The distance between Reading (Station) and Cowes is 103 miles.

How do I travel from Reading (Station) to Cowes without a car?

The best way to get from Reading (Station) to Cowes without a car is to bus and Catamaran which takes 5h 27m and costs £50 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Reading (Station) to Cowes?

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Reading (Station) to Cowes, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cowes?

There are 3211+ hotels available in Cowes.

Reading (Station) to Cowes - one way to travel via bus, and Catamaran

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There is 1 way to get from Reading (Station) to Cowes by bus or ferry

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1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to St Georges Squarebus 030 / ...
3. Take the ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde Pier Head Terminalferry
5h 27m
£51–76

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Map of how to get from Reading (Station) to Cowes.

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Distance: 102.6 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Reading (Station), Reading, England and Cowes, England?

There is no direct connection from Reading (Station) to Cowes. However, you can take the bus to Heathrow Terminal 5, take the bus to St Georges Square, walk to Portsmouth, take the ferry to Ryde Pier Head Terminal, walk to Ryde Pier Head, take the train to Ryde Esplanade, walk to Transport Interchange, then take the line 4 bus to Well Road.

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