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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Dronfield is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Dronfield is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Dronfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Dronfield. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Gosforth Close via London Heathrow Airport and New Beetwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Dronfield?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Dronfield. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Dronfield via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Reading to Dronfield?

The distance between Reading and Dronfield is 176 miles. The road distance is 154 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Dronfield without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £45 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Reading to Dronfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Dronfield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Dronfield train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Dronfield?

The best way to get from Reading to Dronfield is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £45 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Reading to Dronfield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Dronfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Dronfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Dronfield is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Reading to Dronfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Dronfield?

There are 1987+ hotels available in Dronfield.

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

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

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 Sheffieldtrain Reading - York / ...
3h 24m
£46–173
Drive 153.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Dronfieldcar 153.1 mi
2h 48m
£38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Chesterfield Coach Stationbus Ukn02
6h 35m
£41–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Dronfieldtrain
7h 9m
£47–114

Reading to Dronfield by train

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3h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 174.9 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Sheffield every 2 hours. Tickets cost £40–170 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Gosforth Close via Heathrow Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport, Chesterfield Coach Station, and New Beetwell Street in around 6h 35m.

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