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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Mumbles is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Mumbles is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Mumbles?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Mumbles. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Newton Road via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride and Swansea Bus Station Stand W. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Mumbles?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Mumbles. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Swansea via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Reading to Mumbles?

The distance between Reading and Mumbles is 160 miles. The road distance is 150.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Mumbles without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Reading to Mumbles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Mumbles bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Mumbles train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Mumbles?

The best way to get from Reading to Mumbles is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Reading to Mumbles bus arrive?

Reading to Mumbles bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where does the Reading to Mumbles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Mumbles?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Mumbles is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Reading to Mumbles.

Where can I stay near Mumbles?

There are 1352+ hotels available in Mumbles.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 20m
£74–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 508
5h 28m
£31–70
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Newport (S Wales)train London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
4h 45m
£54–98
Drive 149.6 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Mumblescar 149.6 mi
2h 46m
£37–54

Reading to Mumbles by train, foot, and bus

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3h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 159.3 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Swansea hourly. Tickets cost £70–140 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Swansea Bus Station Stand B twice daily. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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