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

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Reading is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melksham to Reading is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £28 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Melksham and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Melksham to Reading. However, there are services departing from Melksham and arriving at Reading via Swindon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Melksham to Reading?

The distance between Melksham and Reading is 64 miles. The road distance is 58.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Melksham to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £28 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Melksham to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Reading train from?

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

Where does the Melksham to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melksham to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Reading is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Melksham to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Melksham to Swindontrain Castle Cary - Swindon / ...
2. Take the train from Swindon to Readingtrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
1h 5m
£28–54
Drive 58 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Melksham to Readingcar 58 mi
1h 16m
£15–21
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus Station Alightingbus X34
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Fleming Waybus 55
3. Take the train from Swindon to Readingtrain
2h 27m
£23–41

Melksham to Reading by train

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Distance: 64 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Melksham to Reading via Swindon in around 1h 5m.

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