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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Beccles is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Beccles is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Beccles?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Beccles. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Caxton Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Beccles?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Beccles. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Beccles via London Paddington, Stratford (London) and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Reading to Beccles?

The distance between Reading and Beccles is 150 miles. The road distance is 155.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Beccles without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £45 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Reading to Beccles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Beccles bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Beccles train from?

Reading to Beccles train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Beccles?

The best way to get from Reading to Beccles is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £45 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £90 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Reading to Beccles bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Beccles train arrive?

Reading to Beccles train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Liverpool Street Station.

Can I drive from Reading to Beccles?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Beccles is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Reading to Beccles.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Beccles?

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Where can I stay near Beccles?

There are 1580+ hotels available in Beccles.

Reading to Beccles - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Beccles by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswich
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Beccles
4h 20m
£50–141
Drive 154.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Beccles154.4 mi
3h 2m
£38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station727 / ...
6h 58m
£63–88
Train via London
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Station
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswich
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Beccles
4h 27m
£50–120

Reading to Beccles by train

104Weekly Trains

4h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 148.8 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Beccles via London Paddington, Stratford (London), and Ipswich in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Caxton Road via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 58m.

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