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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Reading is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paignton to Reading is to train via Newton Abbot which takes 2h 50m and costs £40 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Paignton and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Paignton to Reading. However, there are services departing from Great Western Road and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Paignton and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paignton and arriving at Reading. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Paignton to Reading?

The distance between Paignton and Reading is 166 miles. The road distance is 157.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paignton to Reading without a car is to train via Newton Abbot which takes 2h 50m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Paignton to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Reading bus from?

Paignton to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Great Western Road station.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Paignton to Reading?

The best way to get from Paignton to Reading is to train via Newton Abbot which takes 2h 50m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £95 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Paignton to Reading bus arrive?

Paignton to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Paignton to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paignton to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Paignton to Reading is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Paignton to Reading.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Paignton to Reading?

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

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

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Train via Newton Abbot
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Readingtrain Totnes - London Paddington / ...
2h 50m
£42–117
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Paignton to Readingtrain Paignton - London Paddington
2h 55m
£29–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Great Western Road to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
6h 15m
£53–90
Drive 156.5 mi
1. Drive from Paignton to Readingcar 156.5 mi
3h 2m
£39–56
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter Centraltrain Paignton - Exmouth
2. Take the train from Exeter Central to Readingtrain Exeter St Davids - Reading
5h 13m
£68–151

Paignton to Reading by train

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Distance: 164.8 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Newton Abbot to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £35–110 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Western Road to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 6h 15m.

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