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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Pool is to bus via Bus Station which costs £30 - £50 and takes 9h 36m.

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 - £85.

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 Market Place and arriving at Cornwall College via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.

How far is it from Reading to Pool?

The distance between Reading and Pool is 254 miles. The road distance is 229.8 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 43m and costs £70 - £340.

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m 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 National Express, depart from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Train or bus from Reading to Pool?

The best way to get from Reading to Pool is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs £70 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 8h 34m.

Where does the Reading to Pool bus arrive?

Reading to Pool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus 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.

Where can I stay near Pool?

There are 3644+ hotels available in Pool.

Reading to Pool - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Redruthtrain London Paddington - Penzance
6h 43m
£73–338
Bus via Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading to Newquay Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
9h 36m
£33–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Bus Stationbus 504
8h 34m
£34–49
Drive 228.4 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Poolcar 228.4 mi
4h 18m
£56–81
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LHR - NQY
7h 55m
£180–478

Reading to Pool by train and bus

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6h 43mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 252.1 mi
Duration: 6h 43m

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 £70–340 and the journey takes 6h 30m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £30–45 and the journey takes 6h 15m.

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