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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Reading is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Reading is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Derby and arriving at Reading. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Derby to Reading?

The distance between Derby and Reading is 132 miles. The road distance is 126 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Reading without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £65 - £95.

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

The train from Derby to Reading takes 2h 14m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Derby to Reading bus from?

Derby to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Derby to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Derby to Reading?

The best way to get from Derby to Reading is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £65 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Derby to Reading bus arrive?

Derby to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Derby to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Reading is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Derby to Reading.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1514+ hotels available in Reading.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Derby 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 Derby to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2h 14m
£65–95
Drive 125.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Derby to Readingcar 125.3 mi
2h 21m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
5h 52m
£55–103

Derby to Reading by train

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2h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 131.7 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Reading every 3 hours. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 2h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 5h 52m.

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