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

The cheapest way to get from Banbury to Reading is to bus which costs £9 - £14 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banbury to Reading is to train which takes 47 min and costs £11 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Banbury and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Banbury to Reading station. However, there are services departing from Calthorpe Street and arriving at Station Road via St Aldates. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Banbury and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Banbury and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Banbury to Reading?

The distance between Banbury and Reading is 50 miles. The road distance is 50.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Banbury to Reading without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs £11 - £35.

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

The train from Banbury to Reading takes 47 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Banbury to Reading bus from?

Banbury to Reading bus services, operated by Stagecoach Oxfordshire, depart from Calthorpe Street station.

Where do I catch the Banbury to Reading train from?

Banbury to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Banbury station.

Train or bus from Banbury to Reading?

The best way to get from Banbury to Reading is to train which takes 47 min and costs £11 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £14 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Banbury to Reading bus arrive?

Banbury to Reading bus services, operated by Stagecoach Oxfordshire, arrive at Magdalen Street East station.

Where does the Banbury to Reading train arrive?

Banbury to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Banbury to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Banbury to Reading is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Banbury to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Banbury to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Banbury to Reading - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Banbury to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Banbury to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
47 min
£11–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calthorpe Street to Magdalen Street Eastbus S4
2. Take the bus from St Aldates to Station Roadbus X40
3h 9m
£9–14
Drive 50.6 mi
1. Drive from Banbury to Readingcar 50.6 mi
1h 11m
£13–18

Banbury to Reading by train

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Distance: 50 mi
Duration: 47 min

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

Cross Country operates a train from Banbury to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £11–35 and the journey takes 47 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Calthorpe Street to Station Road via Magdalen Street East and St Aldates in around 3h 9m.

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