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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Bacup is to bus which costs £45 - £70 and takes 8h 52m.

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 £50 - £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 London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, Shudehill Interchange and Rochdale Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.

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 8m.

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 8m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m 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 2436+ hotels available in Bacup.

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There are 4 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 8m
£84–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk980
8h 52m
£50–67
Drive 200.1 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Bacupcar 200.1 mi
3h 54m
£50–72
Train, fly, line 7 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 Todmordentrain
4. Take the bus from Todmorden Bus Station to Yorkshire Streetbus
5h 25m
£79–284

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

104Weekly Services

5h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 203.2 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Market Street via London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Shudehill Interchange, and Rochdale Interchange in around 8h 52m.

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