What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Ashdown Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Ashdown Forest is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Ashdown Forest?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Ashdown Forest is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Ashdown Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Ashdown Forest. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Old Forge Lane via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Gatwick South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Ashdown Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Ashdown Forest. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Uckfield via London Paddington, Bond Street station and London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Reading to Ashdown Forest?

The distance between Reading and Ashdown Forest is 72 miles. The road distance is 71.2 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Ashdown Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Ashdown Forest without a car is to train and line 500 bus which takes 2h 50m and costs £26 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Ashdown Forest?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Ashdown Forest bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Ashdown Forest train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Ashdown Forest?

The best way to get from Reading to Ashdown Forest is to bus and line 500 bus which takes 3h 8m and costs £35 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Reading to Ashdown Forest bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Ashdown Forest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Ashdown Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Ashdown Forest is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Reading to Ashdown Forest.

Where can I stay near Ashdown Forest?

There are 818+ hotels available in Ashdown Forest.

Reading to Ashdown Forest - 4 ways to travel via train, line 500 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 500 bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain Reading - Gatwick Airport
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Old Forge Lanebus 500
2h 50m
£26–47
Drive 70.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Ashdown Forestcar 70.8 mi
1h 24m
£18–25
Bus, line 500 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
3. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Old Forge Lanebus 500
3h 8m
£37–44
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Uckfieldtrain London Bridge - Uckfield
3h 25m
£42–113

Reading to Ashdown Forest by train and bus

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Distance: 71.9 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Ashdown Forest, England?

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Old Forge Lane via Heathrow Terminal 5, South Terminal Bus Station, and Gatwick South Terminal in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Reading to Old Forge Lane via London Paddington, Bond Street Station, Bond Street station, London Bridge station, London Bridge, Uckfield, and Bus Station in around 3h 25m.

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