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

The cheapest way to get from Shiplake Station to Reading (Station) is to line 28 bus which costs £2 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shiplake Station to Reading (Station) is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs £20 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Shiplake Station and Reading (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Station Road station and arriving at Forbury Road. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

Is there a direct train between Shiplake Station and Reading (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shiplake and arriving at Reading. Services depart six times a week, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

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

The distance between Shiplake Station and Reading (Station) is 8 miles. The road distance is 6.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shiplake Station to Reading (Station) without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs £3 - £7.

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

The train from Shiplake to Reading takes 19 min including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Shiplake Station to Reading (Station) bus from?

Shiplake Station to Reading (Station) bus services, operated by Reading Buses, depart from Station Road.

Where do I catch the Shiplake Station to Reading (Station) train from?

Shiplake Station to Reading (Station) train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Shiplake station.

Train or bus from Shiplake Station to Reading (Station)?

The best way to get from Shiplake Station to Reading (Station) is to train which takes 19 min and costs £3 - £7. Alternatively, you can line 28 bus, which costs £2 and takes 28 min.

Where does the Shiplake Station to Reading (Station) bus arrive?

Shiplake Station to Reading (Station) bus services, operated by Reading Buses, arrive at Forbury Road station.

Where does the Shiplake Station to Reading (Station) train arrive?

Shiplake Station to Reading (Station) train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Shiplake Station to Reading (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Shiplake Station to Reading (Station) is 6 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Shiplake Station to Reading (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Shiplake Station to Reading (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Reading (Station)?

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Shiplake Station to Reading (Station) - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Shiplake Station to Reading (Station) by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shiplake to Readingtrain Henley-on-Thames - Reading
19 min
£3–7
Line 28 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Forbury Roadbus 28 / ...
28 min
£2
Line 850 bus
1. Take the bus from Summer Lodge to Forbury Roadbus 850
2h 7m
£4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shiplake Station to Reading (Station)taxi 6.1 mi
12 min
£20–24
Drive 6.1 mi
1. Drive from Shiplake Station to Reading (Station)car 6.1 mi
12 min
£2–3
Train via Twyford
1. Take the train from Shiplake to Twyfordtrain Henley-on-Thames - Twyford / ...
2. Take the train from Twyford to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
23 min
£3–9

Shiplake Station to Reading (Station) by train

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Distance: 7.6 mi
Duration: 19 min

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Shiplake to Reading 6 times a week. Tickets cost £3–7 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, Reading Buses operates a bus from Station Road to Forbury Road every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 21 min.

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