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

The cheapest way to get from Ashbourne to Reading is to bus which costs £26 - £40 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ashbourne to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ashbourne and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashbourne station to Reading station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Station North Interchange via Bus Station and Donington Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Ashbourne to Reading?

The distance between Ashbourne and Reading is 148 miles. The road distance is 133 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ashbourne to Reading without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 14m and costs £21 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Ashbourne to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashbourne to Reading bus from?

Ashbourne to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Donington Park station.

Where does the Ashbourne to Reading bus arrive?

Ashbourne to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Station North Interchange.

Can I drive from Ashbourne to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashbourne to Reading is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Ashbourne to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1440+ hotels available in Reading.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ashbourne to Reading by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Morledgebus Sw
2. Take the train from Derby to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
4h 14m
£22–122
Bus
1. Take the bus from Donington Park to Station North Interchangebus D13
5h 5m
£27–37
Drive 132.2 mi
1. Drive from Ashbourne to Readingcar 132.2 mi
2h 42m
£32–46
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Derby Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
7h 11m
£57–66

Ashbourne to Reading by bus and train

69Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 147 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

National Express operates a bus from Donington Park to Station North Interchange twice a week. Tickets cost £21–30 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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