What is the cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Reading is to line 174 bus and bus which costs £17 - £40 and takes 4h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Shepton Mallet and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Shepton Mallet to Reading. However, there are services departing from Great Ostry and arriving at Bridge Street via Bus Station and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Shepton Mallet to Reading?

The distance between Shepton Mallet and Reading is 90 miles. The road distance is 83.6 miles.

How do I travel from Shepton Mallet to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Reading without a car is to line 174 bus and train which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Shepton Mallet to Reading?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Shepton Mallet to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shepton Mallet to Reading bus from?

Shepton Mallet to Reading bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Great Ostry station.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Reading bus arrive?

Shepton Mallet to Reading bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Shepton Mallet to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Shepton Mallet to Reading is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Shepton Mallet to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1449+ hotels available in Reading.

Shepton Mallet to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 174 bus

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

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Line 174 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Great Ostry to Bus Stationbus 174
2. Take the train from Bath Spa to Readingtrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2h 30m
£33–63
Line 174 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Great Ostry to Bus Stationbus 174
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ridebus 403
4h 31m
£18–40
Line 1 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Beech House to Castle Cary Stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Readingtrain Exeter St Davids - London Paddington / ...
2h 41m
£38–69
Drive 83.1 mi
1. Drive from Shepton Mallet to Readingcar 83.1 mi
1h 48m
£21–30

Shepton Mallet to Reading by bus and train

210Weekly Services

2h 30mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Shepton Mallet to Reading.

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Distance: 89.7 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Shepton Mallet, England and Reading, England?

You can take a bus from Great Ostry to Bridge Street via Bus Station and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride in around 4h 31m.

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