What is the cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Reading is to bus which costs £25 - £35 and takes 3h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Reading is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £57 - £59.

Is there a direct bus between Port Talbot and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Talbot station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 and arriving at Bridge Street via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Port Talbot and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Port Talbot Parkway and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Port Talbot to Reading?

The distance between Port Talbot and Reading is 142 miles. The road distance is 137.1 miles.

How do I travel from Port Talbot to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Reading without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £57 - £59.

How long does it take to get from Port Talbot to Reading?

The train from Port Talbot Parkway to Reading takes 2h 9m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Reading bus from?

Port Talbot to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Port Talbot to Reading?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Reading is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £57 - £59. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £35 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Port Talbot to Reading bus arrive?

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

Where does the Port Talbot to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Port Talbot to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Talbot to Reading is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Port Talbot to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Port Talbot to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to ReadingSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 9m
£57–59
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride508
3h 46m
£25–34
Drive 136.3 mi
1. Drive from Port Talbot to Reading136.3 mi
2h 22m
£34–48

Port Talbot to Reading by train

157Weekly Trains

2h 9mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.9 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Port Talbot, Wales and Reading, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £57–59 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride once daily. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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