What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Beachy Head?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Beachy Head is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Beachy Head?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Beachy Head is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Beachy Head?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Beachy Head. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Beachy Head Centre via Heathrow Terminal 5 and North Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Beachy Head?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Beachy Head. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Eastbourne via Gatwick Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Reading to Beachy Head?

The distance between Reading and Beachy Head is 96 miles. The road distance is 92.3 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Beachy Head without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Beachy Head without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £45 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Beachy Head?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Reading to Beachy Head, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Beachy Head bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Beachy Head train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Beachy Head?

The best way to get from Reading to Beachy Head is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Reading to Beachy Head bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Beachy Head train arrive?

Reading to Beachy Head train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Gatwick Airport station.

Can I drive from Reading to Beachy Head?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Beachy Head is 92 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Reading to Beachy Head.

Where can I stay near Beachy Head?

There are 1085+ hotels available in Beachy Head.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain Reading - Gatwick Airport
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Eastbournetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
3h 37m
£46–86
Drive 91.8 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Beachy Headcar 91.8 mi
2h 2m
£23–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Old Steinebus 025
3. Take the bus from North Street to Beachy Head Centrebus 13X
4h 50m
£43–66
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain Reading - Gatwick Airport
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Railway Stationbus 500
4h 52m
£29–49

Reading to Beachy Head by train and bus

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3h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 95.3 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Beachy Head, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Beachy Head Centre via Gatwick Airport, Eastbourne, and Gildredge Road in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Beachy Head Centre via Heathrow Terminal 5, Old Steine, and North Street in around 4h 50m.

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