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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Cowes is to train and ferry which costs £40 - £60 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Cowes is to train and ferry which takes 1h 52m and costs £40 - £60.

How far is it from Reading to Cowes?

The distance between Reading and Cowes is 60 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Cowes without a car is to train and ferry which takes 1h 52m and costs £40 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Reading to Cowes, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cowes?

There are 1925+ hotels available in Cowes.

Reading to Cowes - one way to travel via train, and ferry

There is 1 way to get from Reading to Cowes by train or ferry

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Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the ferry from Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal to Red Jet Ferry Terminalferry RedJet West Cowes
1h 52m
£42–57

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Reading to Cowes.

Launch map view

Distance: 59.3 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

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

There is no direct connection from Reading to Cowes. However, you can take the train to Southampton Central, walk to Central Station, take the bus to Red Funnel Terminal, walk to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Red Jet Ferry Terminal.

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