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

The cheapest way to get from Cornwall to Reading is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cornwall to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cornwall and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Cornwall to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bowling Green Turn and arriving at Bridge Street via Bus Station and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Cornwall to Reading?

The distance between Cornwall and Reading is 226 miles. The road distance is 203.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cornwall to Reading without a car is to train which takes 5h and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Cornwall to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cornwall to Reading bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cornwall to Reading?

The best way to get from Cornwall to Reading is to train which takes 5h and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Cornwall to Reading bus arrive?

Cornwall to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Can I drive from Cornwall to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Cornwall to Reading is 204 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Cornwall to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1436+ hotels available in Reading.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Cornwall to Reading by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to ReadingPenzance - London Paddington
5h
£47–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride504
7h 45m
£34–50
Drive 202.5 mi
1. Drive from Cornwall to Reading202.5 mi
3h 51m
£50–72

Cornwall to Reading by bus and train

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5hAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cornwall to Reading.

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Distance: 224.2 mi
Duration: 5h

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Bodmin Parkway to Reading every 2 hours. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 3h 31m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride twice daily. Tickets cost £30–45 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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