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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Cottingham is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Cottingham is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Cottingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Cottingham. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Cottingham King Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Milton Keynes Coachway and Hull Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Cottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Cottingham. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Cottingham via Paddington, King's Cross and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Reading to Cottingham?

The distance between Reading and Cottingham is 239 miles. The road distance is 199 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Cottingham without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 27m and costs £40 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Reading to Cottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Cottingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Cottingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Cottingham?

The best way to get from Reading to Cottingham is to train via London which takes 4h 27m and costs £40 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £75 - £110 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Reading to Cottingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Cottingham train arrive?

Reading to Cottingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Reading to Cottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Cottingham is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Reading to Cottingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Cottingham?

There are 817+ hotels available in Cottingham.

Reading to Cottingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Cottingham by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Doncaster
3. Take the train from Doncaster to Cottingham
4h 27m
£42–141
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachway230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Hull Interchange451 / ...
8h 49m
£77–107
Drive 197.8 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Cottingham197.8 mi
3h 36m
£49–70
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to DoncasterReading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to CottinghamSheffield - Bridlington / ...
4h 58m
£78–98
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the train from King's Cross to CottinghamLondon Kings Cross - Beverley
5h 56m
£81–189

Reading to Cottingham by train and subway

114Weekly Services

4h 27mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 238 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Cottingham, East Riding of Yorkshire, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Cottingham via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Doncaster in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Cottingham King Street via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Milton Keynes Coachway, and Hull Interchange in around 8h 49m.

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