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

The cheapest way to get from Ludlow to Reading is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ludlow to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ludlow and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Ludlow to Reading. However, there are services departing from Ludlow Fish Bar and arriving at Reading RailAir via Kidderminster Bus Station, Halesowen Bus Station, Newhall St and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Ludlow and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Ludlow to Reading. However, there are services departing from Ludlow and arriving at Reading via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Ludlow to Reading?

The distance between Ludlow and Reading is 165 miles. The road distance is 120.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ludlow to Reading without a car is to train via Newport which takes 2h 56m and costs £65 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Ludlow to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ludlow to Reading bus from?

Ludlow to Reading bus services, operated by Diamond Bus Ltd, depart from Ludlow Fish Bar station.

Where do I catch the Ludlow to Reading train from?

Ludlow to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Ludlow station.

Train or bus from Ludlow to Reading?

The best way to get from Ludlow to Reading is to train via Newport which takes 2h 56m and costs £65 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Ludlow to Reading bus arrive?

Ludlow to Reading bus services, operated by Diamond Bus Ltd, arrive at Kidderminster Bus Station.

Where does the Ludlow to Reading train arrive?

Ludlow to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Ludlow to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Ludlow to Reading is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Ludlow to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Ludlow to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ludlow to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Ludlow to Newport (S Wales)Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to ReadingSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 56m
£66–286
Drive 119.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ludlow to Reading119.5 mi
2h 20m
£30–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ludlow Fish Bar to Kidderminster Bus Station292
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Heathrow Central Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirRa1
6h 45m
Train
1. Take the train from Hereford to ReadingHereford - London Paddington / ...
4h 7m
£37–99
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ludlow Fish Bar to Kidderminster Bus Station292
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to ReadingManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 4m

Ludlow to Reading by train

205Weekly Trains

2h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 163.7 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from Ludlow to Reading via Newport (S Wales) in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ludlow Fish Bar to Reading RailAir via Kidderminster Bus Station, Halesowen Bus Station, Newhall St, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 6h 45m.

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