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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Cumbria is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Cumbria is to drive which takes 4h 53m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Longthwaite road end via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 45m.

How far is it from Reading to Cumbria?

The distance between Reading and Cumbria is 281 miles. The road distance is 273.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Cumbria without a car is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Reading to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Cumbria bus from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Cumbria?

The best way to get from Reading to Cumbria is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £80 - £180 and takes 11h 45m.

Where does the Reading to Cumbria bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Cumbria is 274 miles. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Reading to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 798+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Reading to Cumbria - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Reading to Cumbria by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 46m
£112–188
Drive 271.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Cumbriacar 271.9 mi
4h 53m
£67–97
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airportbus
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Penrith North Lakestrain
10h 57m
£83–141
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
7h 37m
£110–383
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
7h 21m
£130–202
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
11h 45m
£81–176
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Penrith North Lakestrain
7h 22m
£119–363
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, 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 Manchester Airport to Penrith North Lakestrain
7h 9m
£125–259
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
7h 25m
£136–289
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain
7h 11m
£132–453

Reading to Cumbria by train and bus

42Weekly Services

6h 46mAverage Duration

£112Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Reading to Cumbria.

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Distance: 279.2 mi
Duration: 6h 46m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Pooley Bridge Inn via Birmingham New Street, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 6h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Longthwaite road end via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Rail Station in around 11h 45m.

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