What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to University of Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to University of Reading is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to University of Reading?

The fastest way to get from Chester to University of Reading is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and University of Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to University of Reading. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Three Tuns via Newhall St, Heathrow Terminal 2 and Cavendish Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Chester to University of Reading?

The distance between Chester and University of Reading is 174 miles. The road distance is 172.2 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to University of Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to University of Reading without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £35 - £260.

How long does it take to get from Chester to University of Reading?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Chester to University of Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to University of Reading bus from?

Chester to University of Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Train or bus from Chester to University of Reading?

The best way to get from Chester to University of Reading is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £35 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Chester to University of Reading bus arrive?

Chester to University of Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Can I drive from Chester to University of Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to University of Reading is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Chester to University of Reading.

Where can I stay near University of Reading?

There are 1498+ hotels available in University of Reading.

Chester to University of Reading - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Chester to University of Reading by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Chester to StaffordChester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to ReadingManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 7m
£36–254
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Gloucester Green Bus Station423 / ...
2. Take the bus from Westgate to Station RoadX40 / ...
6h 29m
£25–43
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Heathrow Central Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Winnersh Triangle stationRa1
5h 42m
£42–66
Drive 171.2 mi
1. Drive from Chester to University of Reading171.2 mi
3h 25m
£43–63
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Winnersh Triangle station
4h 37m
£94–260
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Chester to Birmingham New StreetHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to ReadingManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 31m
£46–254
Fly Liverpool to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)LPL - LHR
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Winnersh Triangle station
6h 12m
£134–323
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester 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
£97–210
Fly Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)LPL - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Reading
7h
£95–233
Fly Liverpool to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Luton Airport (LTN)LPL - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Reading
6h 52m
£114–286

Chester to University of Reading by train, bus, and foot

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4h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.3 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Chester, England and University of Reading, England?

You can take a train from Chester to University of Reading via Stafford, Reading, Blagrave Street, and Reading University in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to University of Reading via Newhall St, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Winnersh Triangle station, Cavendish Gardens, and Three Tuns in around 5h 42m.

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