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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Reading is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Reading is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £19 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Reading?

The distance between Bournemouth and Reading is 76 miles. The road distance is 75.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £19 - £60.

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

The train from Bournemouth to Reading takes 1h 21m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Reading bus from?

Bournemouth to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Reading?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Reading is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £19 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Reading bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Reading is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Bournemouth to Reading.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 21m
£19–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h 31m
£36–71
Drive 74.8 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Readingcar 74.8 mi
1h 23m
£19–27

Bournemouth to Reading by train

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1h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 75.3 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £19–60 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 2h 31m.

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