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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Reading is to bus via Castle Donington which costs £55 - £140 and takes 8h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Reading is to fly and train which takes 3h 43m and costs £60 - £300.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Gateshead station to Reading station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Coach Station and arriving at Station North Interchange via Donington Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newcastle and arriving at Reading. Services depart five times a day, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Reading?

The distance between Gateshead and Reading is 307 miles. The road distance is 279.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Reading without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 46m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Gateshead to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Reading bus from?

Gateshead to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Newcastle Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Gateshead to Reading?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Reading is to train via London which takes 3h 46m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus via Castle Donington, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Gateshead to Reading bus arrive?

Gateshead to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Donington Park station.

Where does the Gateshead to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gateshead to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Reading is 280 miles. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Gateshead to Reading.

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

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Gateshead to Reading - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Gateshead to Reading by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to King's Crosstrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
3h 46m
£93–172
Bus via Castle Donington
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Donington Parkbus D6
2. Take the bus from Donington Park to Station North Interchangebus D13
8h 25m
£55–133
Drive 278.3 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Readingcar 278.3 mi
4h 47m
£68–99
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
3h 43m
£61–293
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading
4h 32m
£150–220
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to London Victoriabus Uk001 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
8h 54m
£56–91
Fly Newcastle to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NCL - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
4h 4m
£105–228
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Readingtrain
4h 36m
£63–146
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle 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
5h 45m
£118–326
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EDI - LHR
3. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
5h 30m
£110–351

Gateshead to Reading by train, subway, and foot

318Weekly Services

3h 46mAverage Duration

£93Cheapest Price

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Distance: 305.4 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Newcastle to Reading via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Edgware Road, and London Paddington in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Station North Interchange via Donington Park in around 8h 25m.

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