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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Pool is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Pool is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Pool?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Pool. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Cornwall College via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Pool?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Pool. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Redruth via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Reading to Pool?

The distance between Reading and Pool is 254 miles. The road distance is 229.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Pool without a car is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Reading to Pool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Pool bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Pool train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Pool?

The best way to get from Reading to Pool is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £75 - £170 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Reading to Pool bus arrive?

Reading to Pool bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Pool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Pool?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Pool is 230 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Reading to Pool.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Pool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Redruthtrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
6h 49m
£117–211
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading to Newquay Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
9h 52m
£34–53
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Cornwall Collegebus 406
9h 10m
£77–163
Drive 228.2 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Poolcar 228.2 mi
4h 18m
£56–81
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LHR - NQY
7h 39m
£159–403

Reading to Pool by train and bus

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6h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 252.5 mi
Duration: 6h 49m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Pool, Cornwall, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Redruth every 2 hours. Tickets cost £110–210 and the journey takes 6h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Cornwall College via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 10m.

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