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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Clitheroe is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £50 - £75 and takes 9h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Clitheroe is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Clitheroe?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Clitheroe. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Park Street via Heathrow Terminal 5, Charlotte Street, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Clitheroe?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Clitheroe. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Clitheroe via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Reading to Clitheroe?

The distance between Reading and Clitheroe is 216 miles. The road distance is 210.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Clitheroe without a car is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs £100 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Reading to Clitheroe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Clitheroe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Clitheroe train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Clitheroe?

The best way to get from Reading to Clitheroe is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs £100 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £130 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Reading to Clitheroe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Clitheroe train arrive?

Reading to Clitheroe train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Reading to Clitheroe?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Clitheroe is 210 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Reading to Clitheroe.

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

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Reading to Clitheroe - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Clitheroe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Clitheroetrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
5h 33m
£104–150
Drive 209 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Clitheroecar 209 mi
4h 7m
£52–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 802
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
8h 15m
£70–129
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Bolton to Clitheroetrain
5h 14m
£84–315
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
9h 35m
£54–74
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, train
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 train from Bolton to Clitheroetrain
5h 11m
£107–239

Reading to Clitheroe by train and tram

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Distance: 214.9 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Clitheroe via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Park Street via Heathrow Terminal 5, Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 8h 15m.

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