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

The cheapest way to get from Launceston to Reading is to bus which costs £23 - £50 and takes 7h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Launceston to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Launceston and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Launceston to Reading. However, there are services departing from Westgate Street and arriving at Bridge Street via New Road, Plymouth Coach Station and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Launceston to Reading?

The distance between Launceston and Reading is 182 miles. The road distance is 175.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Launceston to Reading without a car is to line 306 bus and train which takes 4h 18m and costs £40 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Launceston to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Launceston to Reading bus from?

Launceston to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Train or bus from Launceston to Reading?

The best way to get from Launceston to Reading is to bus which takes 7h 49m and costs £23 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £180 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Launceston to Reading bus arrive?

Launceston to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Can I drive from Launceston to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Launceston to Reading is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Launceston to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1436+ hotels available in Reading.

Launceston to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, line 306 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Launceston to Reading by bus, train, 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.

Line 306 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Prouts Court Flats to Railway Station306
2. Take the train from Okehampton to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Reading
4h 18m
£41–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Mereoak Lane - Park & RideUk049 / ...
7h 49m
£23–46
Drive 174.9 mi
1. Drive from Launceston to Reading174.9 mi
3h 24m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Plymouth to ReadingPenzance - London Paddington / ...
5h 1m
£44–174
Line 66 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to St Davids Station66
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BasingstokeExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
6h 30m

Launceston to Reading by bus and train

46Weekly Services

4h 18mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 180.8 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride hourly. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 4h 55m. National Express also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £40–170 and the journey takes 2h 47m.

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