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

The cheapest way to get from Lostwithiel to Reading is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 5h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lostwithiel to Reading is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £110 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Lostwithiel and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Lostwithiel to Reading. However, there are services departing from The Royal Talbot and arriving at Bridge Street via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Lostwithiel and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lostwithiel and arriving at Reading. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Lostwithiel to Reading?

The distance between Lostwithiel and Reading is 220 miles. The road distance is 202.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lostwithiel to Reading without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £110 - £210.

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

The train from Lostwithiel to Reading takes 3h 47m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Lostwithiel to Reading bus from?

Lostwithiel to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Royal Talbot station.

Where do I catch the Lostwithiel to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Lostwithiel to Reading?

The best way to get from Lostwithiel to Reading is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £110 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Lostwithiel to Reading bus arrive?

Lostwithiel to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Where does the Lostwithiel to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lostwithiel to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Lostwithiel to Reading is 202 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Lostwithiel to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lostwithiel to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
3h 47m
£110–210
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Royal Talbot to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ridebus 504
5h 59m
£32–42
Drive 201.1 mi
1. Drive from Lostwithiel to Readingcar 201.1 mi
3h 53m
£49–71
Train via Plymouth
1. Take the train from Lostwithiel to Plymouthtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
4h 4m
£58–168
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Lostwithiel to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Basingstoketrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
5h 39m
£69–161

Lostwithiel to Reading by train

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Distance: 218.3 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Lostwithiel to Reading twice daily. Tickets cost £110–210 and the journey takes 3h 47m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from The Royal Talbot to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride twice daily. Tickets cost £29–45 and the journey takes 5h 35m.

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