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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Lostwithiel is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Lostwithiel is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Lostwithiel?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Lostwithiel. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at The Royal Talbot via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Lostwithiel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Lostwithiel. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Reading to Lostwithiel?

The distance between Reading and Lostwithiel is 220 miles. The road distance is 203 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Lostwithiel without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £55 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Reading to Lostwithiel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Lostwithiel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Lostwithiel train from?

Reading to Lostwithiel train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Lostwithiel?

The best way to get from Reading to Lostwithiel is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £55 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Reading to Lostwithiel bus arrive?

Reading to Lostwithiel bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at The Royal Talbot station.

Where does the Reading to Lostwithiel train arrive?

Reading to Lostwithiel train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Reading to Lostwithiel?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Lostwithiel is 203 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Reading to Lostwithiel.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Lostwithiel?

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Reading to Lostwithiel - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Lostwithiel by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Lostwithieltrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
3h 56m
£56–204
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to The Royal Talbotbus 504
6h 56m
£31–47
Drive 201.8 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Lostwithielcar 201.8 mi
3h 53m
£49–71
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Totnes / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Lostwithieltrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
4h 29m
£77–250
Train #2
1. Take the train from Reading to Lostwithieltrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
5h 44m
£110–210
Train via Exeter #2
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Lostwithieltrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
6h 28m
£65–176

Reading to Lostwithiel by train

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3h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 218.2 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Lostwithiel via Plymouth in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to The Royal Talbot twice daily. Tickets cost £29–45 and the journey takes 5h 35m.

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