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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Cosford is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Cosford is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Cosford?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Cosford. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Cosford via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Reading to Cosford?

The distance between Reading and Cosford is 123 miles. The road distance is 116.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Cosford without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Reading to Cosford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Cosford train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Cosford?

The best way to get from Reading to Cosford is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Reading to Cosford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Cosford?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Cosford is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Reading to Cosford.

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

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Where can I stay near Cosford?

There are 3076+ hotels available in Cosford.

Reading to Cosford - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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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 Cosfordtrain Birmingham New Street - Shrewsbury
3h 1m
£46–106
Drive 115.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Cosfordcar 115.8 mi
2h 23m
£29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newhall Stbus
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Wolverhampton Bus Stationbus X8
5h 55m
£40–68

Reading to Cosford by train

135Weekly Trains

3h 1mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121.9 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Cosford, Shropshire, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Cosford via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Cosford via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newhall St, Wolverhampton Bus Station, and Wolverhampton in around 5h 55m.

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