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

The cheapest way to get from Matlock to Reading is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matlock to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Matlock and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Matlock to Reading. However, there are services departing from Causeway Lane and arriving at Reading RailAir via Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Matlock and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Matlock to Reading. However, there are services departing from Matlock and arriving at Reading via Derby and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Matlock to Reading?

The distance between Matlock and Reading is 157 miles. The road distance is 143.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Matlock to Reading without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Matlock to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matlock to Reading bus from?

Matlock to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Matlock to Reading train from?

Matlock to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Matlock to Reading?

The best way to get from Matlock to Reading is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Matlock to Reading bus arrive?

Matlock to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Matlock to Reading train arrive?

Matlock to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Matlock to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Matlock to Reading is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Matlock to Reading.

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

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

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

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 Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New StreetNottingham - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to ReadingManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 42m
£43–207
Drive 142.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Matlock to Reading142.5 mi
2h 48m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationUkn02
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirRa1
6h 14m
£43–94
Train
1. Take the train from Matlock to DerbyMatlock - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to ReadingNewcastle - Reading / ...
3h 48m
£36–229
Bus via Milton Keynes
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachway230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Heathrow Terminal 5230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirRa1
7h 44m
£59–89

Matlock to Reading by train

157Weekly Trains

3h 42mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

You can take a train from Matlock to Reading via Derby and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Causeway Lane to Reading RailAir via Cavendish Street Stop T2, Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 6h 14m.

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