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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Bodmin is to bus via Plymouth which costs £23 - £55 and takes 8h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Bodmin is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Bodmin?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Bodmin. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Dennison Road Car Park via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride and Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Reading to Bodmin?

The distance between Reading and Bodmin is 221 miles. The road distance is 197.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Bodmin without a car is to train which takes 6h 2m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Reading to Bodmin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Bodmin bus from?

Reading to Bodmin bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Train or bus from Reading to Bodmin?

The best way to get from Reading to Bodmin is to train which takes 6h 2m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Plymouth, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Reading to Bodmin bus arrive?

Reading to Bodmin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Can I drive from Reading to Bodmin?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Bodmin is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Reading to Bodmin.

Where can I stay near Bodmin?

There are 3213+ hotels available in Bodmin.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Bodmin 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 Bodmin ParkwayLondon Paddington - Penzance / ...
6h 2m
£51–119
Bus via Plymouth
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Plymouth Coach StationUk049 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Park104 / ...
8h 6m
£24–54
Drive 196.2 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Bodmin196.2 mi
3h 44m
£48–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Bus Station504
8h 23m
£34–51

Reading to Bodmin by train and bus

76Weekly Services

6h 2mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 219.4 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Bodmin Parkway every 2 hours. Tickets cost £45–120 and the journey takes 5h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Dennison Road Car Park via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride and Plymouth Coach Station in around 8h 6m.

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