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

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

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. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Ashbourne to Reading?

The distance between Ashbourne and Reading is 158 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 line 114 bus and train which takes 3h 54m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m 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 FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Ashbourne to Reading bus arrive?

Ashbourne to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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 1429+ hotels available in Reading.

Ashbourne to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, line 114 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 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.

Line 114 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 114
2. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain
3h 54m
£35–118
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 1C / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
4h 48m
£27–227
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Uk900 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
6h 50m
£54–94
Drive 132.2 mi
1. Drive from Ashbourne to Readingcar 132.2 mi
2h 42m
£33–47
Bus via Milton Keynes
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus 737
3. Take the bus from Westgate to Station Roadbus X40
8h 6m
£28–60

Ashbourne to Reading by bus and train

57Weekly Services

3h 54mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.1 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Reading RailAir via Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 6h 50m.

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