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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Arnold is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Arnold is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Arnold?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Arnold. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Sainsburys via London Heathrow Airport and NTU City Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Arnold?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Arnold. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Nottingham via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Reading to Arnold?

The distance between Reading and Arnold is 160 miles. The road distance is 130.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Arnold without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £85 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Reading to Arnold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Arnold bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Arnold train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Arnold?

The best way to get from Reading to Arnold is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £85 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £65 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Reading to Arnold bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Arnold train arrive?

Reading to Arnold train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Arnold?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Arnold is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Reading to Arnold.

Where can I stay near Arnold?

There are 344+ hotels available in Arnold.

Reading to Arnold - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 79 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
3h 47m
£87–125
Drive 129.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Arnoldcar 129.7 mi
2h 32m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk900 / ...
6h 26m
£45–63
Train, line 79 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Derbytrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the bus from Canal Street to Oxclose Lanebus 79
4h 18m
Bus via Victoria Centre
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
6h 46m
£52–93

Reading to Arnold by train and bus

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3h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 159.4 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Arnold, Nottinghamshire, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Sainsburys via Birmingham New Street, Nottingham, Canal Street, and Parliament Street in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Sainsburys via Heathrow Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport, Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station, and NTU City Campus in around 6h 26m.

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