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

The cheapest way to get from Doncaster to Reading is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Doncaster to Reading is to train via London which takes 2h 29m and costs £40 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Doncaster and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Doncaster to Reading. However, there are services departing from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 and arriving at Reading RailAir via Milton Keynes Coachway and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Doncaster and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Doncaster and arriving at Reading. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Doncaster to Reading?

The distance between Doncaster and Reading is 195 miles. The road distance is 170.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Doncaster to Reading without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 29m and costs £40 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Doncaster to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Doncaster to Reading bus from?

Doncaster to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 station.

Where do I catch the Doncaster to Reading train from?

Doncaster to Reading train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Doncaster station.

Train or bus from Doncaster to Reading?

The best way to get from Doncaster to Reading is to train via London which takes 2h 29m and costs £40 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £110 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Doncaster to Reading bus arrive?

Doncaster to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Doncaster to Reading train arrive?

Doncaster to Reading train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Doncaster to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Doncaster to Reading is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Doncaster to Reading.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Doncaster to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Doncaster to Reading by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Doncaster to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2h 29m
£40–143
Bus
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 436
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
6h 6m
£69–105
Drive 169.2 mi
1. Drive from Doncaster to Readingcar 169.2 mi
3h
£42–60
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
4h 44m
£88–264
Train
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
3h 10m
£80–240

Doncaster to Reading by train and subway

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Distance: 193.7 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

You can take a train from Doncaster to Reading via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 2h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Reading RailAir via Milton Keynes Coachway, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 6h 6m.

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