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 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 59m.

How far is it from Ludlow to Reading?

The distance between Ludlow and Reading is 165 miles. The road distance is 120.9 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 59m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Ludlow to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ludlow to Reading train from?

Ludlow to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Ludlow 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 121 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?

There are 1431+ hotels available in Reading.

Ludlow to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Ludlow to Reading by train, car, or bus

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 Newport
best
1. Take the train from Ludlow to Newport (S Wales)train Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 59m
£56–121
Drive 120.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ludlow to Readingcar 120.2 mi
2h 20m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Hereford to Readingtrain Hereford - London Paddington
4h 4m
£41–68
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ludlow Fish Bar to Kidderminster Bus Stationbus 292
2. Take the train from Kidderminster to Birmingham Moor Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain
4h 24m

Ludlow to Reading by train

189Weekly Trains

2h 59mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.8 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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 59m.

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