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

The cheapest way to get from Alcester to Reading is to bus which costs £12 - £20 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alcester to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Alcester and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Alcester station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Police Station and arriving at Forbury Road via Oxfam, West Street and St Aldates. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Alcester to Reading?

The distance between Alcester and Reading is 87 miles. The road distance is 74 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alcester to Reading without a car is to line 247 bus and train which takes 2h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Alcester to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alcester to Reading bus from?

Alcester to Reading bus services, operated by Stagecoach Oxfordshire, depart from West Street station.

Train or bus from Alcester to Reading?

The best way to get from Alcester to Reading is to bus which takes 5h 17m and costs £12 - £20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Alcester to Reading bus arrive?

Alcester to Reading bus services, operated by Stagecoach Oxfordshire, arrive at George Street station.

Can I drive from Alcester to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Alcester to Reading is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Alcester to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1401+ hotels available in Reading.

Alcester to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, line 247 bus, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 247 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Police Station to Evesham Bus Station247 / ...
2. Take the train from Evesham to ReadingGreat Malvern - London Paddington / ...
2h 55m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from West Street to George StreetS3
2. Take the bus from St Aldates to Forbury RoadX40
5h 17m
£13–20
Drive 73.6 mi
1. Drive from Alcester to Reading73.6 mi
1h 42m
£19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Leamington SpaStratford-upon-Avon - Leamington Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Leamington Spa to ReadingManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 34m
£34–79

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 86.6 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Alcester, Warwickshire, England and Reading, England?

You can take a bus from Police Station to Forbury Road via Oxfam, West Street, George Street, and St Aldates in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Crooks Lane to Reading via Railway Station Bridge, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Leamington Spa in around 3h 34m.

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