What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Handy Cross?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Handy Cross is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Handy Cross?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Handy Cross is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Handy Cross?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Handy Cross. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Reading to Handy Cross?

The distance between Reading and Handy Cross is 189 miles. The road distance is 167.2 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Handy Cross without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Handy Cross without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £45 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Handy Cross?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Reading to Handy Cross, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Handy Cross bus from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Handy Cross?

The best way to get from Reading to Handy Cross is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £95 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Reading to Handy Cross bus arrive?

Reading to Handy Cross bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Can I drive from Reading to Handy Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Handy Cross is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Reading to Handy Cross.

How do I get a bus ticket from Reading to Handy Cross?

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Where can I stay near Handy Cross?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Handy Cross by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Totnes / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
4h 13m
£47–111
Drive 166.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Handy Crosscar 166.3 mi
3h 23m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
7h 25m
£68–93
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 10m
£42–74

Reading to Handy Cross by train and bus

118Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Reading to Handy Cross.

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Distance: 187.7 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Handy Cross, Devon, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Bideford Quay via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 25m.

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