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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Reading is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 1h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Reading. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Reading RailAir via Bus Station, London Victoria and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Reading. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Reading via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Dover to Reading?

The distance between Dover and Reading is 116 miles. The road distance is 117.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Reading without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 3m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Dover to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Reading bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dover to Reading train from?

Dover to Reading train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Reading?

The best way to get from Dover to Reading is to train via London which takes 2h 3m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £65 and takes 5h 44m.

Where does the Dover to Reading bus arrive?

Dover to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Dover to Reading train arrive?

Dover to Reading train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Dover to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Reading is 118 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Dover to Reading.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Dover to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dover to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2h 3m
£55–102
Drive 117 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dover to Readingcar 117 mi
1h 58m
£30–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
5h 44m
£46–63
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2h 51m
£55–102
Train via Gillingham
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Rainham (Kent)train
2. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Readingtrain
4h 24m
£51–94

Dover to Reading by train and subway

121Weekly Services

2h 3mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 115.3 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Reading via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to Reading RailAir via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 5h 44m.

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