What is the cheapest way to get from West Sussex to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from West Sussex to Reading is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Sussex to Reading?

The fastest way to get from West Sussex to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between West Sussex and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from West Sussex station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Gatwick Airport North Terminal and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

Is there a direct train between West Sussex and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from West Sussex to Reading. However, there are services departing from Billingshurst and arriving at Reading via Gatwick Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from West Sussex to Reading?

The distance between West Sussex and Reading is 70 miles. The road distance is 48.3 miles.

How do I travel from West Sussex to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from West Sussex to Reading without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from West Sussex to Reading?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from West Sussex to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Sussex to Reading bus from?

West Sussex to Reading bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the West Sussex to Reading train from?

West Sussex to Reading train services, operated by Southern, depart from Billingshurst station.

Train or bus from West Sussex to Reading?

The best way to get from West Sussex to Reading is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can line 200 bus and bus, which costs £35 - £50 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the West Sussex to Reading bus arrive?

West Sussex to Reading bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at North Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the West Sussex to Reading train arrive?

West Sussex to Reading train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Gatwick Airport station.

Can I drive from West Sussex to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between West Sussex to Reading is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from West Sussex to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from West Sussex to Reading?

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There are 5 ways to get from West Sussex to Reading by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Billingshurst to Gatwick Airporttrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2h 27m
£32–63
Drive 48 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from West Sussex to Readingcar 48 mi
1h 14m
£12–17
Line 200 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to North Terminal Bus Stationbus 200
2. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airport T5 -bus
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
3h 23m
£36–47
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from West Sussex to Readingtaxi 48 mi
1h 14m
£130–170
Line 100 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 100
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Friary Bus Stationbus 63
3. Take the train from Guildford to Readingtrain
3h 41m
£17–31

West Sussex to Reading by train

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Distance: 70 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between West Sussex, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Billingshurst to Reading via Gatwick Airport in around 2h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Billingshurst to Reading RailAir via Horsham, Railway Station, North Terminal Bus Station, Gatwick Airport North Terminal, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 3h 23m.

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