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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Crewe is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Crewe is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £55 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Crewe?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Crewe. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Crewe via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Reading to Crewe?

The distance between Reading and Crewe is 151 miles. The road distance is 150.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Crewe without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Reading to Crewe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Crewe train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Crewe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Crewe?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Crewe is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Reading to Crewe.

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

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Where can I stay near Crewe?

There are 1057+ hotels available in Crewe.

Reading to Crewe - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Crewe by train, 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 Crewetrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 47m
£59–109
Drive 149.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Crewecar 149.5 mi
2h 55m
£38–54
Train, fly
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
4h 23m
£75–277
Train via Coventry
1. Take the train from Reading to Coventrytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Coventry to Crewetrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 30m
£59–92

Reading to Crewe by train

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2h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 150.1 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Crewe via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 47m.

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