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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Lampeter is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 7h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Lampeter is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Lampeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Lampeter. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at The Black Lion via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

How far is it from Reading to Lampeter?

The distance between Reading and Lampeter is 211 miles. The road distance is 168.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Lampeter without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 34m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Reading to Lampeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Lampeter bus from?

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

Where does the Reading to Lampeter bus arrive?

Reading to Lampeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rose and Crown station.

Can I drive from Reading to Lampeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Lampeter is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Reading to Lampeter.

Where can I stay near Lampeter?

There are 718+ hotels available in Lampeter.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Lampeter 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Swanseatrain
2. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
5h 34m
£84–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Rose and Crownbus 508
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
7h 52m
£35–85
Drive 167.8 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Lampetercar 167.8 mi
3h 20m
£42–61
Train, bus via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
7h 22m
£100–160

Reading to Lampeter by train and bus

96Weekly Services

5h 34mAverage Duration

£84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 210.1 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Lampeter, Wales?

You can take a bus from Market Place to The Black Lion via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride, Rose and Crown, and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 in around 7h 52m.

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