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

The cheapest way to get from Hartlepool to Reading is to bus via London which costs £40 - £95 and takes 8h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hartlepool to Reading is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £60 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Hartlepool and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Hartlepool to Reading. However, there are services departing from Victoria Road - Grand Hotel and arriving at Reading RailAir via Bus Station Stand 11, London Victoria and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Hartlepool and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Hartlepool to Reading. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool and arriving at Reading via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Hartlepool to Reading?

The distance between Hartlepool and Reading is 286 miles. The road distance is 259.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hartlepool to Reading without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Hartlepool to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hartlepool to Reading bus from?

Hartlepool to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stand 11.

Where do I catch the Hartlepool to Reading train from?

Hartlepool to Reading train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, depart from Hartlepool station.

Train or bus from Hartlepool to Reading?

The best way to get from Hartlepool to Reading is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via London, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Hartlepool to Reading bus arrive?

Hartlepool to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Hartlepool to Reading train arrive?

Hartlepool to Reading train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Hartlepool to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Hartlepool to Reading is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Hartlepool to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Hartlepool to King's CrossSunderland - London Kings Cross
2. Take the train from London Paddington to ReadingLondon Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
3h 58m
£62–114
Bus via London
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to London VictoriaUkn10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirRa1
8h 3m
£45–94
Drive 258 mi
1. Drive from Hartlepool to Reading258 mi
4h 26m
£63–91
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Hartlepool to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)NCL - LHR
3. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Reading
4h 45m
£71–329
Train via York
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to YorkRedcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from York to ReadingNewcastle - Reading / ...
6h 41m
£98–216
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand Z to Heathrow Terminal 5815
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirRa1
9h 1m
£53–93
Train to Newcastle, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Hartlepool to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)NCL - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Reading
5h 6m
£110–307
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Hartlepool to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
5h 30m
£62–252
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Reading
7h 23m
£106–323

Hartlepool to Reading by train and subway

41Weekly Services

3h 58mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 284.7 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a train from Hartlepool to Reading via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Road - Grand Hotel to Reading RailAir via Bus Station Stand 11, London Victoria, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 8h 3m.

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