What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Lower Shiplake?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Lower Shiplake is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Lower Shiplake?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Lower Shiplake is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs £20 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Lower Shiplake?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Washington Road and arriving at Station Road station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Lower Shiplake?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Lower Shiplake. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Shiplake via Twyford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Reading to Lower Shiplake?

The distance between Reading and Lower Shiplake is 5 miles. The road distance is 6.3 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Lower Shiplake without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Lower Shiplake without a car is to bus which takes 17 min and costs £1 - £4.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Lower Shiplake?

The bus from Washington Road to Station Road takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Reading to Lower Shiplake bus from?

Reading to Lower Shiplake bus services, operated by Reading Buses, depart from Washington Road station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Lower Shiplake train from?

Reading to Lower Shiplake train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Lower Shiplake?

The best way to get from Reading to Lower Shiplake is to bus which takes 17 min and costs £1 - £4. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £7 - £14 and takes 33 min.

Where does the Reading to Lower Shiplake bus arrive?

Reading to Lower Shiplake bus services, operated by Reading Buses, arrive at Station Road.

Where does the Reading to Lower Shiplake train arrive?

Reading to Lower Shiplake train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Twyford Station.

Can I drive from Reading to Lower Shiplake?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Lower Shiplake is 6 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Reading to Lower Shiplake.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Lower Shiplake?

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Where can I stay near Lower Shiplake?

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Reading to Lower Shiplake - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Lower Shiplake by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Washington Road to Station Roadbus 28 / ...
17 min
£1–4
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Twyford Stationtrain Elizabeth / ...
2. Take the train from Twyford to Shiplaketrain Twyford - Henley-on-Thames
33 min
£8–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Lower Shiplaketaxi 6.3 mi
12 min
£20–25
Drive 6.3 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Lower Shiplakecar 6.3 mi
12 min
£2–3

Reading to Lower Shiplake by bus

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Distance: 5 mi
Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between Reading, England and Lower Shiplake, England?

Reading Buses operates a bus from Washington Road to Station Road every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 17 min. Carousel Buses also services this route every 20 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a train from Reading to Shiplake via Twyford in around 33 min.

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