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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Bridgwater among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £47, while a coach costs an average of £67.
Distance: 146 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£47 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price | £31 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Reading to Bridgwater, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Reading to Bridgwater:
A train is £20 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Reading to Bridgwater costing on average £67.
Other travel options to Bridgwater take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 43m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (1h 53m by train vs 2h 12m by car). Tickets start at around £47 compared to roughly £31 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Bridgwater from Reading by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Reading to Bridgwater is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Bridgwater are Bristol, Bath, Taunton, Weston-super-Mare and Exeter. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Bridgwater on Omio.
Bristol is known for its maritime past, inventive culture and distinctive street art. Around the harbourside and Clifton, historic landmarks and a strong independent scene give the city an energetic but relaxed feel.
Bath is known for its Roman Baths, graceful Georgian architecture and links to Jane Austen. Its compact centre feels elegant yet lively, with historic streets, independent shops and a long-standing spa culture.
Taunton is Somerset’s county town, known for Taunton Castle, riverside walks and a strong cricket tradition. Its market-town centre and Georgian streets give it a calm, practical character.
Weston-super-Mare is a traditional seaside town on the Bristol Channel, known for its broad beach and Grand Pier. Its Victorian resort character, family attractions and coastal views give it a classic British holiday feel.
Exeter is a compact Devon city known for its Norman cathedral, Roman history and lively quayside. Medieval streets, independent shops and a strong student presence give it a relaxed but energetic character.
Travel to Bridgwater easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Reading to Bridgwater.
This is compared to other travel options from Reading to Bridgwater:
A train is £20 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Reading to Bridgwater costing on average £67.
Other travel options to Bridgwater take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 43m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Reading and Bridgwater as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
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