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Penzance, Great Britain → Reading, Great Britain

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Composite routes from Penzance to Reading

Cheapest

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Penzance to Reading
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$44.30–$60.76

Airlines

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Newquay St Mawgan Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$379.73–$1,012.62

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Newquay St Mawgan Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Tuesday
Estimated price:
$367.08–$594.92

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Newquay St Mawgan Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$82.28–$455.68

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Newquay St Mawgan Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$556.94

Eastern Airways

Website:
easternairways.com/
Plane from Newquay St Mawgan Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$354.42

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Penzance to Reading
Ave. Duration:
4h 39m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$177.21–$392.39
Train from Penzance to Truro
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$46.83
Train from Gatwick Airport to Reading
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Penzance to Reading
Ave. Duration:
8h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$55.69–$82.28

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Penzance to Truro
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.64–$49.37

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Hayes to Harlington
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$24.05

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Reading is to bus which costs $50 - $70.65 and takes 8h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Reading is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Penzance and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Penzance to Reading. However, there are services departing from Penzance and arriving at Bridge Street via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Penzance and arriving at Reading. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Penzance to Reading?

The distance between Penzance and Reading is 430 km. The road distance is 429.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Penzance to Reading without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs $152.17 - $336.96 .

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

The train from Penzance to Reading takes 4h 39m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Reading bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Penzance to Reading train from?

Penzance to Reading train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Penzance station.

Train or bus from Penzance to Reading?

The best way to get from Penzance to Reading is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs $152.17 - $336.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $70.65 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Penzance to Reading bus arrive?

Penzance to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Reading station.

Where does the Penzance to Reading train arrive?

Penzance to Reading train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Penzance to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Reading is 429 km. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Penzance to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1248+ hotels available in Reading. Prices start at $40.55 per night.
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