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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Newhaven is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Newhaven is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Newhaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Newhaven. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Town Centre via Heathrow Terminal 5, Old Steine and Brighton Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Newhaven?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Newhaven. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Newhaven Town via Gatwick Airport and Lewes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Reading to Newhaven?

The distance between Reading and Newhaven is 82 miles. The road distance is 79.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Newhaven without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £40 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Reading to Newhaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Newhaven bus from?

Reading to Newhaven bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Newhaven train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Newhaven?

The best way to get from Reading to Newhaven is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £40 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 4h.

Where does the Reading to Newhaven bus arrive?

Reading to Newhaven bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Newhaven train arrive?

Reading to Newhaven train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Gatwick Airport station.

Can I drive from Reading to Newhaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Newhaven is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Reading to Newhaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Newhaven?

There are 1861+ hotels available in Newhaven.

Reading to Newhaven - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 12 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick AirportReading - Gatwick Airport
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to LewesLondon Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
2h 51m
£40–65
Drive 79.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Newhaven79.2 mi
1h 50m
£20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Old Steine025
4h
£45–60
Train, line 12 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick AirportReading - Gatwick Airport
2. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Town Centre12 / ...
2h 55m
£34–61

Reading to Newhaven by train

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Distance: 81.2 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Newhaven, East Sussex, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Newhaven Town via Gatwick Airport and Lewes in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Town Centre via Heathrow Terminal 5, Old Steine, and Brighton Station in around 4h.

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