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How to get fromReading to Launcestonby train, bus or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Reading to Launceston by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, line 306 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain
    2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Okehamptontrain
    3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Kensey Valley Meadowbus306
    4h 49m
    £52–145
  2. Train

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St DavidstrainLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
    6h 51m
    £33–73
  3. Drive 175.7 mi

    1. Drive from Reading to Launcestoncar175.7 mi
    3h 25m
    £43–62

Reading to Launceston by train and bus

Calendar20Weekly Services
Duration4h 49mAverage Duration
Ticket£52Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £21–55 and the journey takes 2h 34m.

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