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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Bakewell is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Bakewell is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Square via Heathrow Central Bus Station and New Beetwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Reading to Bakewell?

The distance between Reading and Bakewell is 181 miles. The road distance is 152.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Bakewell without a car is to train and bus via Birmingham which takes 4h 30m and costs £50 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Reading to Bakewell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Bakewell bus from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Bakewell?

The best way to get from Reading to Bakewell is to bus which takes 6h 54m and costs £45 - £95. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £150 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Reading to Bakewell bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Bakewell?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Bakewell is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Reading to Bakewell.

Where can I stay near Bakewell?

There are 2456+ hotels available in Bakewell.

Reading to Bakewell - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Bakewell 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, bus via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Chesterfield
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Square170
4h 30m
£55–169
Drive 151.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Bakewell151.8 mi
2h 57m
£37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach StationUkn02
6h 54m
£46–93
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to DerbyReading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Matlock Street6.1
4h 33m
£45–117
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to DerbyBirmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
4h 42m
£54–148

Reading to Bakewell by train and bus

149Weekly Services

4h 30mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 180.3 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Square via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and New Beetwell Street in around 6h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Reading to Matlock Street via Birmingham New Street, Derby, Matlock, and Bakewell Road Bus Station in around 4h 42m.

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