What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Craven Arms?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Craven Arms is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Craven Arms?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Craven Arms is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Craven Arms?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Craven Arms. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Craven Arms via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Reading to Craven Arms?

The distance between Reading and Craven Arms is 172 miles. The road distance is 128.6 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Craven Arms without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Craven Arms without a car is to train via Newport which takes 3h 2m and costs £65 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Craven Arms?

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Reading to Craven Arms, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Craven Arms train from?

Reading to Craven Arms train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Craven Arms train arrive?

Reading to Craven Arms train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Reading to Craven Arms?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Craven Arms is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Reading to Craven Arms.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Craven Arms?

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Where can I stay near Craven Arms?

There are 692+ hotels available in Craven Arms.

Reading to Craven Arms - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 435 bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Newport (S Wales)London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Craven ArmsMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
3h 2m
£66–158
Drive 127.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Craven Arms127.9 mi
2h 30m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to HerefordLondon Paddington - Hereford / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Craven ArmsMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
3h 31m
£57–139
Train, line 435 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Wolverhampton
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Royal Mail Offices435
4h 40m

Reading to Craven Arms by train

138Weekly Trains

3h 2mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.3 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Craven Arms, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Craven Arms via Newport (S Wales) in around 3h 2m.

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