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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Alcester is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Alcester is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Alcester?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Alcester. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Stratford-upon-Avon via Leamington Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Reading to Alcester?

The distance between Reading and Alcester is 88 miles. The road distance is 74 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Alcester without a car is to train and line 247 bus which takes 3h 16m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Reading to Alcester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Alcester train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Alcester train arrive?

Reading to Alcester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leamington Spa station.

Can I drive from Reading to Alcester?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Alcester is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Reading to Alcester.

Where can I stay near Alcester?

There are 1538+ hotels available in Alcester.

Reading to Alcester - 4 ways to travel via train, line 247 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 247 bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Eveshamtrain London Paddington - Great Malvern / ...
2. Take the bus from Evesham Bus Station to Police Stationbus 247
3h 16m
Drive 73.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Alcestercar 73.6 mi
1h 48m
£19–27
Train, bus, line 26 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Leamington Spatrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to McDonaldsbus X18 / ...
3. Take the bus from McDonalds to Police Stationbus 229 / ...
3h 32m
£37–51
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Leamington Spatrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Leamington Spa to Stratford-upon-Avontrain Leamington Spa - Stratford-upon-Avon / ...
3h 53m
£38–60

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Distance: 87 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Alcester, Warwickshire, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Gas House Lane via Leamington Spa, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Oxfam in around 3h 53m.

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