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

The cheapest way to get from Salisbury to Reading is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salisbury to Reading is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £18 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Salisbury and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Salisbury and arriving at Reading. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Salisbury to Reading?

The distance between Salisbury and Reading is 51 miles. The road distance is 49.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salisbury to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £18 - £40.

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

The train from Salisbury to Reading takes 1h 3m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Salisbury to Reading train from?

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

Where does the Salisbury to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salisbury to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Salisbury to Reading is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Salisbury to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1520+ hotels available in Reading.

Salisbury to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Salisbury to Reading by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Readingtrain Salisbury - Reading / ...
1h 3m
£18–40
Drive 49.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salisbury to Readingcar 49.4 mi
1h 12m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salisbury to Readingtaxi 49.4 mi
1h 12m
£210–260
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Basingstoketrain Salisbury - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 12m
£18–39

Salisbury to Reading by train

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Distance: 51.1 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Salisbury to Reading 3 times a day. Tickets cost £18–40 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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