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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Parkstone is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Parkstone is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Parkstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Parkstone. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at St Johns Church via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Parkstone?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Parkstone. However, there are services departing from Reading West and arriving at Parkstone (Dorset) via Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Reading to Parkstone?

The distance between Reading and Parkstone is 81 miles. The road distance is 76.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Parkstone without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 5m and costs £17 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Reading to Parkstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Parkstone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Parkstone train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Parkstone?

The best way to get from Reading to Parkstone is to bus which takes 3h 25m and costs £45 - £60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £30 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Reading to Parkstone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Parkstone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Parkstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Parkstone is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Reading to Parkstone.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Reading to Parkstone?

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Where can I stay near Parkstone?

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Reading to Parkstone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Ashley Crossbus m1 / ...
2h 5m
£17–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to St Johns Churchbus 035
3h 25m
£46–58
Drive 75.9 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Parkstonecar 75.9 mi
1h 31m
£19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Reading West to Basingstoketrain Reading - Basingstoke / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Parkstone (Dorset)train Basingstoke - Poole / ...
2h 35m
£17–29

Reading to Parkstone by train and bus

112Weekly Services

2h 5mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 80.6 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to St Johns Church via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Reading West to Parkstone (Dorset) via Basingstoke in around 2h 35m.

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