What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Barnard Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Barnard Castle is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Barnard Castle?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Barnard Castle is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Barnard Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Barnard Castle. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Galgate - Stand B via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Tubwell Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Barnard Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Barnard Castle. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Darlington via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Reading to Barnard Castle?

The distance between Reading and Barnard Castle is 296 miles. The road distance is 252.3 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Barnard Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Barnard Castle without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 48m and costs £90 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Barnard Castle?

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Reading to Barnard Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Barnard Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Barnard Castle train from?

Reading to Barnard Castle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Barnard Castle?

The best way to get from Reading to Barnard Castle is to train via London which takes 5h 48m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £100 and takes 9h.

Where does the Reading to Barnard Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Barnard Castle train arrive?

Reading to Barnard Castle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Barnard Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Barnard Castle is 252 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Reading to Barnard Castle.

Where can I stay near Barnard Castle?

There are 996+ hotels available in Barnard Castle.

Reading to Barnard Castle - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Reading to Barnard Castle by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Darlingtontrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
5h 48m
£92–165
Drive 250.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Barnard Castlecar 250.8 mi
4h 25m
£63–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Dolphin Centrebus 815
9h
£66–95
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train, line 84 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
4. Take the bus from Tubwell Row to Galgate - Stand Bbus
6h 7m
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Darlingtontrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
6h 10m
£110–180
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, train, line 84 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
4. Take the bus from Tubwell Row to Galgate - Stand Bbus
6h 4m
Train to Bristol Airport, fly, train, line 84 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
4. Take the bus from Tubwell Row to Galgate - Stand Bbus
7h 1m

Reading to Barnard Castle by train, subway, foot, and bus

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5h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 294.2 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Barnard Castle, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Galgate - Stand B via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Darlington, and Tubwell Row in around 5h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Galgate - Stand B via Heathrow Terminal 5, Dolphin Centre, and Tubwell Row in around 9h.

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