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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Ardingly is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Ardingly is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Ardingly?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Ardingly. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Hapstead Hall via Heathrow Terminal 5, North Terminal Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Reading to Ardingly?

The distance between Reading and Ardingly is 68 miles. The road distance is 64.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Ardingly without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Reading to Ardingly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Ardingly bus from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Ardingly?

The best way to get from Reading to Ardingly is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 272 bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Reading to Ardingly bus arrive?

Reading to Ardingly bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Can I drive from Reading to Ardingly?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Ardingly is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Reading to Ardingly.

Where can I stay near Ardingly?

There are 664+ hotels available in Ardingly.

Reading to Ardingly - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 272 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Ardingly 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 Gatwick AirportReading - Gatwick Airport
2h 57m
£37–48
Drive 64.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Ardingly64.3 mi
1h 8m
£17–24
Bus, line 272 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to North Terminal Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Hapstead Hall272
3h 33m
£36–55
Train, line 272 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick AirportReading - Gatwick Airport
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Hapstead Hall272
3h 21m
£31–42

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 67.3 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Gatwick Airport hourly. Tickets cost £26–40 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Hapstead Hall via Heathrow Terminal 5, North Terminal Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 3h 33m.

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