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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Birkenhead is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Birkenhead is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Birkenhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Birkenhead. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Liverpool, Liverpool One via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Birkenhead?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Birkenhead. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Reading to Birkenhead?

The distance between Reading and Birkenhead is 186 miles. The road distance is 183.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Birkenhead without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £30 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Reading to Birkenhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Birkenhead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Birkenhead train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Birkenhead?

The best way to get from Reading to Birkenhead is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £30 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Reading to Birkenhead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Birkenhead train arrive?

Reading to Birkenhead train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Birkenhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Birkenhead is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Reading to Birkenhead.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Reading to Birkenhead?

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Where can I stay near Birkenhead?

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Reading to Birkenhead - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Reading to Birkenhead by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street
3h 46m
£31–136
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 550 / ...
6h 47m
£47–102
Drive 182.1 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Birkenheadcar 182.1 mi
3h 45m
£45–65
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus
4h 34m
£96–269
Train via Chester
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
5h 16m
£44–150
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus
4h 13m
£77–181
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
5h 49m
£144–429
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LTN - LPL
6h 19m
£100–205

Reading to Birkenhead by train

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Distance: 185.4 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Liverpool Lime Street via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Liverpool, Liverpool One via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 47m.

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