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

The cheapest way to get from Hull to Reading is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hull to Reading is to train via Doncaster which takes 3h 27m and costs £50 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Hull and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Hull to Reading. However, there are services departing from Hull Truck Theatre and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Hull and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Hull to Reading. However, there are services departing from Hull and arriving at Reading via Doncaster, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Hull to Reading?

The distance between Hull and Reading is 236 miles. The road distance is 198.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hull to Reading without a car is to train via Doncaster which takes 3h 27m and costs £50 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Hull to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hull to Reading bus from?

Hull to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hull Truck Theatre station.

Where do I catch the Hull to Reading train from?

Hull to Reading train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hull station.

Train or bus from Hull to Reading?

The best way to get from Hull to Reading is to train via Doncaster which takes 3h 27m and costs £50 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £100 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Hull to Reading bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hull to Reading train arrive?

Hull to Reading train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Hull to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Hull to Reading is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Hull to Reading.

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

Book your Hull to Reading train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Hull to Reading?

Book your Hull to Reading bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1517+ hotels available in Reading.

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

How to get fromHull to Reading

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 9 ways to get from Hull 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 via Doncaster
best
1. Take the train from Hull to Doncastertrain
2. Take the train from Doncaster to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
3h 27m
£54–156
Drive 197.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hull to Readingcar 197.6 mi
3h 44m
£50–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hull Truck Theatre to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 801
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
7h 16m
£70–99
Fly Humberside Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Humberside Airport (HUY) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane HUY - LHR
2. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
5h 11m
£145–420
Train
1. Take the train from Hull to Stevenagetrain
2. Take the train from Stevenage to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Readingtrain
4h 19m
£82–127
Train #2
1. Take the train from Hull to Doncastertrain Scarborough - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
5h 2m
£88–144
Fly Humberside Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Humberside Airport (HUY) to London City Airport (LCY)plane HUY - LCY
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
4h 57m
£170–542
Train, train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Hull to Huddersfieldtrain
2. Take the train from Huddersfield to Manchester Airporttrain
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
4. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
6h
£97–346
Train, train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Hull to Yorktrain
2. Take the train from York to Newcastletrain
3. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
4. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
5h 49m
£100–365

Hull to Reading by train and subway

283Weekly Services

3h 27mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Launch map view

Distance: 234.2 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Hull to Reading via Doncaster, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hull Truck Theatre to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 7h 16m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.