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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Reading is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Reading?

The distance between Cheltenham and Reading is 85 miles. The road distance is 69.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £25 - £250.

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

The train from Cheltenham Spa to Reading takes 1h 32m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Reading train from?

Cheltenham to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Reading train arrive?

Cheltenham to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Reading is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Cheltenham to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1436+ hotels available in Reading.

Cheltenham to Reading - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cheltenham to Reading by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to ReadingCheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
1h 32m
£25–250
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Regent CircusUk044
2. Take the train from Swindon to ReadingBristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
1h 40m
£16–115
Drive 69.5 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Reading69.5 mi
1h 16m
£17–25

Cheltenham to Reading by train

94Weekly Trains

1h 32mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 84.3 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £25–250 and the journey takes 1h 32m.

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