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

The cheapest way to get from Chesterfield to Reading is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chesterfield to Reading is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £70 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Chesterfield and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Chesterfield station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Chesterfield and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chesterfield and arriving at Reading. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Chesterfield to Reading?

The distance between Chesterfield and Reading is 159 miles. The road distance is 149.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chesterfield to Reading without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £70 - £210.

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

The train from Chesterfield to Reading takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Chesterfield to Reading bus from?

Chesterfield to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Chesterfield to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Chesterfield to Reading?

The best way to get from Chesterfield to Reading is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £70 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £35 - £90 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Chesterfield to Reading bus arrive?

Chesterfield to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Chesterfield to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chesterfield to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Chesterfield to Reading is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Chesterfield to Reading.

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

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

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Chesterfield to Reading - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Chesterfield to Reading by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to ReadingYork - Reading / ...
2h 35m
£70–210
Drive 148.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chesterfield to Reading148.3 mi
2h 38m
£38–54
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationUkn02
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirRa1
4h 52m
£39–86
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Manchester Piccadilly
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 37m
£94–299
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Birmingham New StreetSheffield - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to ReadingManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 3m
£55–241
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirRa1
6h 33m
£40–84

Chesterfield to Reading by train

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Distance: 157.6 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Chesterfield to Reading once daily. Tickets cost £70–210 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 4h 52m.

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