What is the cheapest way to get from Nottingham (Station) to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham (Station) to Reading is to bus which costs £24 - £35 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nottingham (Station) to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Nottingham (Station) to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham (Station) and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham (Station) station to Reading station. However, there are services departing from Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at Station North Interchange via Donington Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham (Station) and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nottingham and arriving at Reading. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Nottingham (Station) to Reading?

The distance between Nottingham (Station) and Reading is 165 miles. The road distance is 126.6 miles.

How do I travel from Nottingham (Station) to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Nottingham (Station) to Reading without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 34m and costs £50 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Nottingham (Station) to Reading?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Nottingham (Station) to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham (Station) to Reading bus from?

Nottingham (Station) to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nottingham (Station) to Reading train from?

Nottingham (Station) to Reading train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.

Train or bus from Nottingham (Station) to Reading?

The best way to get from Nottingham (Station) to Reading is to train via London which takes 2h 34m and costs £50 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Nottingham (Station) to Reading bus arrive?

Nottingham (Station) to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Nottingham (Station) to Reading train arrive?

Nottingham (Station) to Reading train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Nottingham (Station) to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham (Station) to Reading is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Nottingham (Station) to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Nottingham (Station) to Reading?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Nottingham (Station) to Reading?

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Nottingham (Station) to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Nottingham (Station) to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to London St Pancras Intltrain Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2h 34m
£51–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Donington Parkbus Sn
2. Take the bus from Donington Park to Station North Interchangebus D13
4h 28m
£25–35
Drive 125.9 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham (Station) to Readingcar 125.9 mi
2h 22m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Readingtrain Nottingham - Bournemouth / ...
3h 3m
£26–120
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
4h 51m
£38–50

Nottingham (Station) to Reading by train and subway

216Weekly Services

2h 34mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.2 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Nottingham (Station), England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Nottingham to Reading via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Station North Interchange via Donington Park in around 4h 28m.

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