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

The cheapest way to get from Harrogate to Reading is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harrogate to Reading is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £70 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Harrogate and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Harrogate to Reading. However, there are services departing from Library Gardens and arriving at Reading RailAir via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

Is there a direct train between Harrogate and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Harrogate to Reading. However, there are services departing from Harrogate and arriving at Reading via York, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Harrogate to Reading?

The distance between Harrogate and Reading is 248 miles. The road distance is 209.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harrogate to Reading without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Harrogate to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harrogate to Reading bus from?

Harrogate to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Harrogate to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Harrogate to Reading?

The best way to get from Harrogate to Reading is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £130 and takes 10h.

Where does the Harrogate to Reading bus arrive?

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

Where does the Harrogate to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Harrogate to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Harrogate to Reading is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Harrogate to Reading.

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

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Harrogate to Reading - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Harrogate to Reading by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from York to King's Crosstrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
3h 35m
£70–161
Drive 208.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Harrogate to Readingcar 208.3 mi
3h 43m
£51–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 240
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
10h
£66–126
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane LBA - LHR
2. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
5h 51m
£105–318
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Leeds to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 13m
£115–178
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Airporttrain
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 39m
£87–279
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
5h 44m
£111–223
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from York to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
3. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
5h 28m
£91–369
Train to Newcastle, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from York to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NCL - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
5h 48m
£135–303

Harrogate to Reading by train and subway

211Weekly Services

3h 35mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 246.3 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

You can take a train from Harrogate to Reading via York, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Library Gardens to Reading RailAir via Leeds Bus Station Entrance, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 10h.

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