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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Reading is to bus and train which costs £60 - £110 and takes 7h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Reading is to train via London which takes 3h 40m and costs £100 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Gateshead station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Coach Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newcastle and arriving at Reading. Services depart every four hours, 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 309 miles. The road distance is 279.8 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 40m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m 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 40m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £110 and takes 7h 51m.

Where does the Gateshead to Reading bus arrive?

Gateshead to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 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 52m to drive from Gateshead to Reading.

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

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There are 9 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 40m
£109–187
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
cheapest
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
£61–301
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Ukn10 / ...
2. Take the train from Bond Street Station to Readingtrain Elizabeth
7h 12m
£62–109
Drive 278.1 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Readingcar 278.1 mi
4h 52m
£70–100
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading
4h 32m
£130–200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 815
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
7h 51m
£73–106
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 15m
£98–233
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 38m
£68–158
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 16m
£112–381

Gateshead to Reading by train and subway

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Distance: 307.3 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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, Farringdon station, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 7h 51m.

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