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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Hailsham is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Hailsham is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Hailsham?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Hailsham. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Royal Pavilion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Reading to Hailsham?

The distance between Reading and Hailsham is 90 miles. The road distance is 86.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Hailsham without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Reading to Hailsham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Hailsham bus from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Hailsham?

The best way to get from Reading to Hailsham is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 28 bus, which costs £45 - £65 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Reading to Hailsham bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Hailsham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Hailsham is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Reading to Hailsham.

Where can I stay near Hailsham?

There are 1141+ hotels available in Hailsham.

Reading to Hailsham - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 28 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Reading to Hailsham 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 Polegatetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
2h 54m
£41–66
Drive 86.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Hailshamcar 86.2 mi
1h 42m
£21–30
Bus, line 28 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 Royal Pavilion to High Streetbus 28
4h 42m
£49–62

Reading to Hailsham by train and bus

218Weekly Services

2h 54mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Reading to Hailsham.

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Distance: 89.5 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Gordon Road via Gatwick Airport, Polegate, and Railway Station in around 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to High Street via Heathrow Terminal 5, Old Steine, and Royal Pavilion in around 4h 42m.

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