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 46m.

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 46m 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, Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Ashbourne to Reading?

The distance between Ashbourne and Reading is 151 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 4h 1m and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m 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 Bus Station.

Where does the Ashbourne to Reading bus arrive?

Ashbourne to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Ashbourne to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashbourne to Reading is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Ashbourne to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1473+ hotels available in Reading.

Ashbourne to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, line 114 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 114 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 114
2. Take the train from Derby to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
4h 1m
£76–116
Drive 132.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ashbourne to Readingcar 132.2 mi
2h 46m
£33–47
Bus via Birmingham Airport (BHX)
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Airport Bus Terminalbus 466
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
6h 22m
£58–110
Bus
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 12m
£49–69

Ashbourne to Reading by bus and train

59Weekly Services

4h 1mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 149.9 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Reading RailAir via Bus Station, Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 6h 22m.

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