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

The cheapest way to get from Oswestry to Reading is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oswestry to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Oswestry and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Oswestry station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

How far is it from Oswestry to Reading?

The distance between Oswestry and Reading is 161 miles. The road distance is 156 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oswestry to Reading without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 4m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Oswestry to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oswestry to Reading bus from?

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

Where does the Oswestry to Reading bus arrive?

Oswestry to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Oswestry to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Oswestry to Reading is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Oswestry to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1465+ hotels available in Reading.

Oswestry to Reading - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Oswestry to Reading by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Unicorn Road Jct to Bus Stationbus X5
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain
4h 4m
£69–157
Drive 155.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oswestry to Readingcar 155.1 mi
3h 1m
£38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
7h 42m
£54–73

Oswestry to Reading by bus and train

105Weekly Services

4h 4mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.5 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Reading RailAir via Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 7h 42m.

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