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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Cornwall is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Cornwall is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Bowling Green Turn via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from Reading to Cornwall?

The distance between Reading and Cornwall is 233 miles. The road distance is 203.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Cornwall without a car is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Reading to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Cornwall bus from?

Reading to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Train or bus from Reading to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Reading to Cornwall is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 41m.

Where does the Reading to Cornwall bus arrive?

Reading to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Reading to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Cornwall is 204 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Reading to Cornwall.

Where can I stay near Cornwall?

There are 3139+ hotels available in Cornwall.

Reading to Cornwall - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Reading to Cornwall 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 St AustellLondon Paddington - Penzance / ...
6h 34m
£76–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Bus Station504
7h 41m
£34–50
Drive 202.6 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Cornwall202.6 mi
3h 50m
£50–72

Reading to Cornwall by train and bus

76Weekly Services

6h 34mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 231.3 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to St Austell every 2 hours. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 5h 59m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £30–45 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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