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

The cheapest way to get from Cowes to Reading is to ferry and bus and train which costs £30 - £55 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cowes to Reading is to ferry and train which takes 2h 25m and costs £35 - £55.

How far is it from Cowes to Reading?

The distance between Cowes and Reading is 60 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cowes to Reading without a car is to ferry and train which takes 2h 25m and costs £35 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Cowes to Reading, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1519+ hotels available in Reading.

Cowes to Reading - 2 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Cowes to Reading by ferry, train, or bus

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Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Red Jet Ferry Terminal to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminalferry RedJet West Cowes
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 25m
£38–55
Ferry, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Red Jet Ferry Terminal to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminalferry
2. Take the bus from Bargate to Bus Stationbus 2
3. Take the train from Eastleigh to Basingstoketrain
3h 7m
£33–55

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Distance: 59.5 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

There is no direct connection from Cowes to Reading. However, you can take the ferry to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal, walk to Albion Place, take the bus to Central Station, walk to Southampton Central, then take the train to Reading. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Red Jet Ferry Terminal to Reading West via Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal, Bargate, Bus Station, Eastleigh, and Basingstoke in around 3h 7m.

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