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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Bacup is to bus via Rochdale Interchange which costs £50 - £70 and takes 8h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Bacup is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Bacup?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Bacup. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Market Street via Heathrow Terminal 5, Charlotte Street, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Bacup?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Bacup. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Rochdale Town Centre via St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Reading to Bacup?

The distance between Reading and Bacup is 204 miles. The road distance is 201.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Bacup without a car is to train and tram which takes 5h 9m and costs £90 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Reading to Bacup, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Bacup bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Bacup train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Bacup bus arrive?

Reading to Bacup bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Bacup train arrive?

Reading to Bacup train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Reading to Bacup?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Bacup is 201 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Reading to Bacup.

Where can I stay near Bacup?

There are 2455+ hotels available in Bacup.

Reading to Bacup - 6 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Bacup by train, tram, bus, car, or plane

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the tram from St Peter's Square to Rochdale Town Centretram Pink Line
5h 9m
£94–131
Drive 200.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Bacupcar 200.1 mi
3h 54m
£50–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 802
7h 10m
£70–129
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train, line 464 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Rochdaletrain
4. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Market Streetbus
4h 51m
Bus via Rochdale Interchange
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk980 / ...
8h 48m
£50–70
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, train, line 464 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Rochdaletrain
4. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Market Streetbus
4h 48m

Reading to Bacup by train, foot, tram, and bus

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5h 9mAverage Duration

£94Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203.2 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Market Street via Heathrow Terminal 5, Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 7h 10m.

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