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 3h 3m.

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 3h 3m 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 Matlock Street via London Heathrow Airport and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Matlock via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Reading to Bakewell?

The distance between Reading and Bakewell is 159 miles. The road distance is 152.4 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 which takes 4h 28m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m 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.

Where do I catch the Reading to Bakewell train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Bakewell?

The best way to get from Reading to Bakewell is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £70 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Reading to Bakewell bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Bakewell train arrive?

Reading to Bakewell train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Reading to Bakewell?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Bakewell is 152 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Reading to Bakewell.

Where can I stay near Bakewell?

There are 2673+ hotels available in Bakewell.

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There are 3 ways to get from Reading to Bakewell by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Derbytrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 28m
£69–102
Drive 151.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Bakewellcar 151.5 mi
3h 3m
£38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Derby Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Matlock Streetbus 6.1
7h 15m
£48–67

Reading to Bakewell by train and bus

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4h 28mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.4 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Derby every 3 hours. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Matlock Street via Heathrow Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport, and Bus Station in around 7h 15m.

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