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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Althorp is to bus via Oxford which costs £16 - £35 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Althorp is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Althorp?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Althorp. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at East Lodge via London Heathrow Airport and Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Althorp?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Althorp. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Northampton via Coventry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Reading to Althorp?

The distance between Reading and Althorp is 118 miles. The road distance is 72.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Althorp without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £55 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Reading to Althorp, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Althorp bus from?

Reading to Althorp bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Althorp train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Althorp?

The best way to get from Reading to Althorp is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £55 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £50 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Reading to Althorp bus arrive?

Reading to Althorp bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Althorp train arrive?

Reading to Althorp train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Coventry station.

Can I drive from Reading to Althorp?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Althorp is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Reading to Althorp.

Where can I stay near Althorp?

There are 712+ hotels available in Althorp.

Reading to Althorp - 5 ways to travel via train, line 500 bus, bus, and car

How to get fromReading to Althorp

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Althorp 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
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Coventrytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Coventry to Northamptontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
3h 11m
£55–87
Bus via Oxford
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Westgatebus X40 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 737
6h 25m
£17–34
Train, line 500 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Banburytrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Northampton Roadbus 500
3. Take the bus from Northampton Road to Northampton Bus Interchangebus X88 / ...
4h 19m
£30–53
Drive 72.2 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Althorpcar 72.2 mi
1h 27m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Northampton Town Centrebus Uk900 / ...
4h 48m
£37–48

Reading to Althorp by train, foot, and bus

113Weekly Services

3h 11mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Reading to Althorp.

Launch map view

Distance: 117.5 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a train from Reading to East Lodge via Coventry, Northampton, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 3h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to East Lodge via Heathrow Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport, Northampton Town Centre, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 4h 48m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.