What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to New Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to New Forest is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to New Forest?

The fastest way to get from Reading to New Forest is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and New Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to New Forest. However, there are services departing from St Marys Butts and arriving at Savernake Hospital via Newbury Wharf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Reading to New Forest?

The distance between Reading and New Forest is 55 miles. The road distance is 36 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to New Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to New Forest without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 27m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Reading to New Forest?

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Reading to New Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to New Forest bus from?

Reading to New Forest bus services, operated by Reading Buses, depart from St Marys Butts station.

Train or bus from Reading to New Forest?

The best way to get from Reading to New Forest is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £14 - £24. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Reading to New Forest bus arrive?

Reading to New Forest bus services, operated by Reading Buses, arrive at Newbury Wharf station.

Can I drive from Reading to New Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to New Forest is 36 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Reading to New Forest.

Where can I stay near New Forest?

There are 458+ hotels available in New Forest.

Reading to New Forest - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to New Forest by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Swindontrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Five Alls Courtbus X5
1h 27m
Drive 35.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to New Forestcar 35.8 mi
45 min
£9–13
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Newburytrain Reading - Newbury / ...
2. Take the train from Newbury to Bedwyntrain Newbury - Bedwyn / ...
2h 32m
£15–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to New Foresttaxi 35.8 mi
45 min
£100–130
Line 1 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from St Marys Butts to Newbury Wharfbus 1
2. Take the bus from Newbury Wharf to Savernake Hospitalbus X20
2h 48m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Reading to New Forest.

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Distance: 54.7 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Reading, England and New Forest, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Savernake Hospital via Newbury, Bedwyn, and Railway Station in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Marys Butts to Savernake Hospital via Newbury Wharf in around 2h 48m.

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