What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to The Lizard?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to The Lizard is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 11h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to The Lizard?

The fastest way to get from Reading to The Lizard is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and The Lizard?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to The Lizard. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Traboe Cross via Reading, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 28m.

How far is it from Reading to The Lizard?

The distance between Reading and The Lizard is 271 miles. The road distance is 244.5 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to The Lizard without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to The Lizard without a car is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs £180 - £320.

How long does it take to get from Reading to The Lizard?

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Reading to The Lizard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to The Lizard bus from?

Reading to The Lizard bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to The Lizard?

The best way to get from Reading to The Lizard is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs £180 - £320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 11h 28m.

Where does the Reading to The Lizard bus arrive?

Reading to The Lizard bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newquay Bus Station.

Can I drive from Reading to The Lizard?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to The Lizard is 244 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Reading to The Lizard.

Where can I stay near The Lizard?

There are 3956+ hotels available in The Lizard.

Reading to The Lizard - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Reading to The Lizard 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 Trurotrain London Paddington - Penzance
7h 35m
£189–317
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading to Newquay Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Traboe Crossbus 36
11h 28m
£32–53
Drive 243.1 mi
1. Drive from Reading to The Lizardcar 243.1 mi
4h 44m
£60–87

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Reading to The Lizard.

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Distance: 269.4 mi
Duration: 7h 35m

What companies run services between Reading, England and The Lizard, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Truro every 2 hours. Tickets cost £100–220 and the journey takes 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to The Lizard via Reading, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Traboe Cross in around 11h 28m.

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