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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Wareham is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Wareham is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Wareham?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Wareham. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Post Office via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Wareham?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Wareham. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Wareham via Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Reading to Wareham?

The distance between Reading and Wareham is 89 miles. The road distance is 84.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Wareham without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Reading to Wareham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Wareham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Wareham train from?

Reading to Wareham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Reading to Wareham?

The best way to get from Reading to Wareham is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Reading to Wareham bus arrive?

Reading to Wareham bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Wareham train arrive?

Reading to Wareham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Wareham station.

Can I drive from Reading to Wareham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Wareham is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Reading to Wareham.

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

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Where can I stay near Wareham?

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There are 3 ways to get from Reading to Wareham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 33m
£32–67
Drive 84.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Warehamcar 84.2 mi
1h 41m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035 / ...
4h 34m
£40–59

Reading to Wareham by train

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Distance: 88.1 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Basingstoke to Wareham hourly. Tickets cost £26–55 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Post Office via Heathrow Terminal 5, Seldown Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 4h 34m.

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