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

The cheapest way to get from Cowes to Reading is to ferry and train which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cowes to Reading is to ferry and train which takes 2h 9m and costs £40 - £60.

How far is it from Cowes to Reading?

The distance between Cowes and Reading is 60 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cowes to Reading without a car is to ferry and train which takes 2h 9m and costs £40 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Cowes to Reading, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1453+ hotels available in Reading.

Cowes to Reading - 2 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 2 ways to get from Cowes to Reading by ferry, train, or bus

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Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Red Jet Ferry Terminal to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminalferry RedJet West Cowes
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 9m
£43–60
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Red Jet Ferry Terminal to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminalferry
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 032
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
3h 53m
£56–84

Cowes to Reading by ferry, bus, and train

143Weekly Services

2h 9mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cowes to Reading.

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Distance: 59.4 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

There is no direct connection from Cowes to Reading. However, you can take the ferry to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal, walk to Red Funnel Terminal, take the bus to Central Station, walk to Southampton Central, then take the train to Reading. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Red Jet Ferry Terminal to Reading RailAir via Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal, Platform Tavern, ASDA & Marlands, Coach Station, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 3h 53m.

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