The UK's transport system is potentially one of our planet's most effective transportation systems. The city is smartly connected to every primary transportation system available within walking distance of every university. To help you out, we have enlisted the central transport systems in Reading, along with their average fares. Students should note that these fares could vary from peak to sloppy hours.
1. Train: Reading has one central station located at Reading Station, the most well-connected station in Berkshire, England. So you don't have to worry about travelling to nearby cities on weekends.
2. Bus: Reading's bus network runs 24 hours daily, with more than 100 buses running up and down the city. Students can take buses from Reading Bus Station near the City Centre that connect to all the national highways of the UK. There are hundreds of local bus stops at every corner of the city, designed to cater to local and national travellers. The average bus fare in Reading is around £1 per day. You can also choose an Oyster Card bus pass that heavily reduces local transport expenses by significant margins.
3. Waterways: Reading is based upon two famous rivers, namely, the River Thames and the River Kennet, which makes it easier to traverse nearby towns and cities via city ferries.
4. Cycling: You can also explore local parts of the city via cycling. You can visit Reading's exclusive cycling areas like Reading's famous Rooks Nest, Wood Country Park, and Coley Recreation Ground.