What is the cheapest way to get from Craven Arms to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Craven Arms to Reading is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Craven Arms to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Craven Arms to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Craven Arms and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Craven Arms to Reading. However, there are services departing from Craven Arms and arriving at Reading via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Craven Arms to Reading?

The distance between Craven Arms and Reading is 172 miles. The road distance is 128.2 miles.

How do I travel from Craven Arms to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Craven Arms to Reading without a car is to train via Newport which takes 3h 4m and costs £75 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Craven Arms to Reading?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Craven Arms to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Craven Arms to Reading train from?

Craven Arms to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Craven Arms station.

Where does the Craven Arms to Reading train arrive?

Craven Arms to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Craven Arms to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Craven Arms to Reading is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Craven Arms to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Craven Arms to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Craven Arms to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Craven Arms to Reading by train, car, or bus

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Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Craven Arms to Newport (S Wales)train Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
3h 4m
£79–140
Drive 127.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Craven Arms to Readingcar 127.4 mi
2h 29m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Craven Arms to Herefordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Readingtrain Hereford - London Paddington
4h 11m
£72–127
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Harry Tuffins to Bus Stationbus 435
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Wolverhamptontrain
3. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Readingtrain
4h 31m

Craven Arms to Reading by train

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3h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171.3 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Craven Arms, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Craven Arms to Reading via Newport (S Wales) in around 3h 4m.

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