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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Alresford is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Alresford is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Alresford?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Alresford. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Alresford (Essex) via London Paddington, Stratford (London) and Colchester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Reading to Alresford?

The distance between Reading and Alresford is 100 miles. The road distance is 107.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Alresford without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Reading to Alresford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Alresford train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Alresford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Alresford?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Alresford is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Reading to Alresford.

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

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Where can I stay near Alresford?

There are 948+ hotels available in Alresford.

Reading to Alresford - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 87 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Alresford by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 48m
£57–91
Drive 106.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Alresfordcar 106.8 mi
2h 13m
£27–38
Train, line 87 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain
3. Take the bus from Groves Close to Coach Road Cornerbus 87
3h 5m
Train, line 87 bus via London
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
3. Take the bus from Groves Close to Coach Road Cornerbus 87
3h 33m

Reading to Alresford by train

145Weekly Trains

2h 48mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 98.9 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Alresford (Essex) via London Paddington, Stratford (London), and Colchester in around 2h 48m.

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