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 £30 - £50 and takes 8h 15m.

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 25m 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 8h 15m.

How far is it from Launceston to Reading?

The distance between Launceston and Reading is 183 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 176 bus and train which takes 4h 20m and costs £75 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m 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 8h 15m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £95 - £190 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Launceston to Reading bus arrive?

Launceston to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Launceston to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Launceston to Reading is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Launceston to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1465+ hotels available in Reading.

Launceston to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, line 176 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 176 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Westgate Street to Railway Stationbus 176
2. Take the train from Okehampton to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Readingtrain
4h 20m
£78–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Readingbus Ukn49 / ...
8h 15m
£33–46
Drive 174.9 mi
1. Drive from Launceston to Readingcar 174.9 mi
3h 25m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
5h 12m
£99–184
Line 66 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to St Davids Stationbus 66
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Basingstoketrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
6h 37m

Launceston to Reading by bus and train

5Weekly Services

4h 20mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.8 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Reading twice daily. Tickets cost £17–29 and the journey takes 4h 41m. National Express also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £95–180 and the journey takes 2h 43m.

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