What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Praa Sands?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Praa Sands is to bus which costs £29 - £140 and takes 10h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Praa Sands?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Praa Sands is to drive which takes 4h 41m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Praa Sands?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Praa Sands. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Trewartha Road via Reading and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 8m.

How far is it from Reading to Praa Sands?

The distance between Reading and Praa Sands is 277 miles. The road distance is 242.3 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Praa Sands without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Praa Sands without a car is to train which takes 8h 28m and costs £120 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Praa Sands?

It takes approximately 8h 28m to get from Reading to Praa Sands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Praa Sands bus from?

Reading to Praa Sands bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Praa Sands?

The best way to get from Reading to Praa Sands is to train which takes 8h 28m and costs £120 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £140 and takes 10h 8m.

Where does the Reading to Praa Sands bus arrive?

Reading to Praa Sands bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Penzance Bus Station.

Can I drive from Reading to Praa Sands?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Praa Sands is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Reading to Praa Sands.

Where can I stay near Praa Sands?

There are 3105+ hotels available in Praa Sands.

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

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

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 Penzancetrain London Paddington - Penzance
8h 28m
£122–221
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading to Penzance Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
10h 8m
£30–134
Drive 240.9 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Praa Sandscar 240.9 mi
4h 41m
£60–87
Bus via The Moor A
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Argosbus 504
11h 24m
£51–126

Reading to Praa Sands by train and bus

76Weekly Services

8h 28mAverage Duration

£122Cheapest Price

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Distance: 275.7 mi
Duration: 8h 28m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Praa Sands, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Penzance every 2 hours. Tickets cost £120–220 and the journey takes 7h 6m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Reading to Penzance Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £26–45 and the journey takes 7h 25m. National Express also services this route 6 times a week.

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