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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Derby is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Derby is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £40 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Derby. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Reading to Derby?

The distance between Reading and Derby is 132 miles. The road distance is 126 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Derby without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £40 - £110.

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

The train from Reading to Derby takes 2h 13m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Reading to Derby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Derby train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Derby?

The best way to get from Reading to Derby is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £90 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Reading to Derby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Derby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Derby is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Reading to Derby.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Reading to Derby?

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Where can I stay near Derby?

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Reading to Derby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Derbytrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2h 13m
£40–110
Train via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
2h 30m
£29–105
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk900 / ...
5h 42m
£51–88
Drive 125.2 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Derbycar 125.2 mi
2h 21m
£31–45

Reading to Derby by train

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Distance: 131.7 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Derby every 4 hours. Tickets cost £40–110 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 42m.

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