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

The cheapest way to get from Dudley to Reading is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dudley to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Dudley and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Dudley to Reading. However, there are services departing from Castle Gate Island and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Dudley and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Dudley to Reading. However, there are services departing from Sandwell & Dudley and arriving at Reading via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Dudley to Reading?

The distance between Dudley and Reading is 104 miles. The road distance is 101.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dudley to Reading without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Dudley to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dudley to Reading bus from?

Dudley to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Castle Gate Island station.

Where do I catch the Dudley to Reading train from?

Dudley to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Dudley to Reading?

The best way to get from Dudley to Reading is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £65 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Dudley to Reading bus arrive?

Dudley to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Dudley to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dudley to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Dudley to Reading is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Dudley to Reading.

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

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Dudley to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 25 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 14m
£42–69
Drive 101.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dudley to Readingcar 101.1 mi
2h 3m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castle Gate Island to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
4h 26m
£45–62
Line 25 bus, train
1. Take the bus from New Road to Railway Stationbus 25
2. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Readingtrain Great Malvern - London Paddington / ...
4h 31m
£42–81

Dudley to Reading by train

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Distance: 103.3 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castle Gate Island to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 4h 26m.

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