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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Reading is to bus via Birmingham which costs £26 - £50 and takes 10h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Reading is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Reading. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Reading RailAir via Manchester Central Coach Station, Milton Keynes Coachway and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Reading. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Reading via Preston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Reading?

The distance between Blackpool and Reading is 219 miles. The road distance is 216 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Reading without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 18m and costs £40 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Blackpool to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Reading bus from?

Blackpool to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Reading train from?

Blackpool to Reading train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Reading?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Reading is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 18m and costs £40 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £130 and takes 8h 17m.

Where does the Blackpool to Reading bus arrive?

Blackpool to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Reading train arrive?

Blackpool to Reading train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Reading is 216 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Blackpool to Reading.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Blackpool to Reading?

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Blackpool to Reading - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Blackpool to Reading by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New StreetGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to ReadingManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 18m
£43–176
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Gloucester Green Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Westgate to Forbury RoadX40
10h 17m
£26–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Station121
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachway540 / ...
3. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Heathrow Central Bus Station230 / ...
4. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirRa1
8h 17m
£72–127
Drive 214.8 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Reading214.8 mi
4h 3m
£53–76
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Reading
4h 47m
£85–256
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester PiccadillyBlackpool North - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ReadingManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 25m
£29–146
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Reading
4h 59m
£94–214
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Huyton
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)LPL - LHR
3. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Reading
7h 4m
£131–404

Blackpool to Reading by train

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Distance: 218.1 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Reading via Preston and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Reading RailAir via Manchester Central Coach Station, Milton Keynes Coachway, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 8h 17m.

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