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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Reading is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Reading is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £22 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gloucester and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Reading?

The distance between Gloucester and Reading is 78 miles. The road distance is 72.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £22 - £130.

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

The train from Gloucester to Reading takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Reading train from?

Gloucester to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gloucester station.

Where does the Gloucester to Reading train arrive?

Gloucester to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Gloucester to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Reading is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Gloucester to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1429+ hotels available in Reading.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Readingtrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
1h 15m
£22–130
Drive 72.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gloucester to Readingcar 72.3 mi
1h 19m
£18–26
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Regent Circusbus Uk044
2. Take the train from Swindon to Readingtrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2h 19m
£23–61

Gloucester to Reading by train

94Weekly Trains

1h 15mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 77.7 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Gloucester to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £22–130 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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