What is the cheapest way to get from Washington DC to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Washington DC to Reading is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington DC to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Washington DC to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Washington DC and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington DC to Reading. However, there are services departing from Washington, DC and arriving at Reading via Market St & 15th St and Philadelphia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Washington DC to Reading?

The distance between Washington DC and Reading is 194 miles. The road distance is 138.5 miles.

How do I travel from Washington DC to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Washington DC to Reading without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 10m and costs $40 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Washington DC to Reading?

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Washington DC to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington DC to Reading bus from?

Washington DC to Reading bus services, operated by OurBus, depart from Washington, DC station.

Where does the Washington DC to Reading bus arrive?

Washington DC to Reading bus services, operated by OurBus, arrive at Philadelphia, PA station.

Can I drive from Washington DC to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington DC to Reading is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Washington DC to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 56+ hotels available in Reading.

Washington DC to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Washington DC to Reading by train, bus, bus (Flixbus), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Acela
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia to Readingbus FlixBus 2650 / ...
5h 10m
$42–99
Drive 137.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Washington DC to Readingcar 137.7 mi
2h 53m
$26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PAbus Washington
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia to Readingbus FlixBus 2650 / ...
6h 21m
$56–114
Bus via Harrisburg
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0430
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Readingbus FlixBus 2642 / ...
6h 33m
$28–45

Washington DC to Reading by foot, subway, train, and bus

22Weekly Services

5h 10mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 192.7 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Washington DC, USA and Reading, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Washington, DC to Reading via Philadelphia, PA, Market St & 15th St, Market St & 10th St, and Philadelphia in around 6h 21m.

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