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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Sheerness is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Sheerness is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Sheerness?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Sheerness. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Sheerness-on-Sea via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl and Sittingbourne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Reading to Sheerness?

The distance between Reading and Sheerness is 90 miles. The road distance is 95.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Sheerness without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 52m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Reading to Sheerness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Sheerness train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Sheerness train arrive?

Reading to Sheerness train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Sheerness?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Sheerness is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Reading to Sheerness.

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

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Where can I stay near Sheerness?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sittingbournetrain St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
2h 52m
£43–101
Drive 94.8 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Sheernesscar 94.8 mi
1h 38m
£24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Abbey Woodtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Abbey Wood (London) to Gillingham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 52m
£62–105
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Sittingbournetrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Hub to Millennium Waybus 334 / ...
4h 23m

Reading to Sheerness by train and subway

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2h 52mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 89.7 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Sheerness-on-Sea via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Sittingbourne in around 2h 52m.

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