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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Appledore is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Appledore is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Appledore?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Appledore. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Down Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Reading to Appledore?

The distance between Reading and Appledore is 183 miles. The road distance is 167.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Appledore without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Reading to Appledore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Appledore bus from?

Reading to Appledore bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Train or bus from Reading to Appledore?

The best way to get from Reading to Appledore is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Reading to Appledore bus arrive?

Reading to Appledore bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Can I drive from Reading to Appledore?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Appledore is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Reading to Appledore.

Where can I stay near Appledore?

There are 2011+ hotels available in Appledore.

Reading to Appledore - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Totnes / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
4h 7m
£47–125
Drive 166.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Appledorecar 166.9 mi
3h 22m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
7h 12m
£60–101
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 49m
£43–79

Reading to Appledore by train and bus

118Weekly Services

4h 7mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Reading to Appledore.

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Distance: 181.5 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Appledore, Devon, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Down Road via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Down Road via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 12m.

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