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

The cheapest way to get from Altrincham to Reading is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Altrincham to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Altrincham and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Altrincham to Reading. However, there are services departing from Altrincham Interchange and arriving at Reading RailAir via Manchester Central Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Altrincham and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Altrincham to Reading. However, there are services departing from Altrincham and arriving at Reading via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Altrincham to Reading?

The distance between Altrincham and Reading is 183 miles. The road distance is 169.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Altrincham to Reading without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Altrincham to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altrincham to Reading bus from?

Altrincham to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Altrincham to Reading train from?

Altrincham to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stockport station.

Train or bus from Altrincham to Reading?

The best way to get from Altrincham to Reading is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Charlotte Street, which costs £55 - £85 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Altrincham to Reading bus arrive?

Altrincham to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Altrincham to Reading train arrive?

Altrincham to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Altrincham to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Altrincham to Reading is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Altrincham to Reading.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Altrincham to Reading by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stockport to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 17m
£78–125
Drive 168.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Altrincham to Readingcar 168.6 mi
3h 12m
£42–61
Bus via Charlotte Street
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
6h 26m
£57–83
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
3h 28m
£69–288
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus Uk980
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
6h 56m
£48–68
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
3h 45m
£91–211
Fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane MAN - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
6h 11m
£97–216

Altrincham to Reading by train

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Distance: 182.3 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Stockport to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Altrincham Interchange to Reading RailAir via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 6h 26m.

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