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

The cheapest way to get from Norwich to Reading is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Norwich to Reading is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £45 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Norwich and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Norwich station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Norwich and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Norwich to Reading. However, there are services departing from Norwich and arriving at Reading via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Norwich to Reading?

The distance between Norwich and Reading is 156 miles. The road distance is 146.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Norwich to Reading without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £45 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Norwich to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Norwich to Reading bus from?

Norwich to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Norwich to Reading train from?

Norwich to Reading train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Norwich station.

Train or bus from Norwich to Reading?

The best way to get from Norwich to Reading is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £45 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £90 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Norwich to Reading bus arrive?

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

Where does the Norwich to Reading train arrive?

Norwich to Reading train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Norwich to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Norwich to Reading is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Norwich to Reading.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Norwich to Stratford (London)Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to ReadingLondon Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2h 44m
£47–146
Drive 145.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Norwich to Reading145.8 mi
2h 51m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirRa1
5h 48m
£55–89
Fly, train
1. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)NWI - LHR
2. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Reading
6h 14m
£191–784
Train via London
1. Take the train from Norwich to London Liverpool StreetNorwich - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to ReadingElizabeth
3h 14m
£36–126

Norwich to Reading by train

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2h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 154.6 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a train from Norwich to Reading via Stratford and London Paddington in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 5h 48m.

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