What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Ellesmere Port?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Ellesmere Port is to bus which costs £29 - £70 and takes 7h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Ellesmere Port?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Ellesmere Port is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Ellesmere Port?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Ellesmere Port. However, there are services departing from Forbury Road and arriving at Vale Road via Gloucester Green Bus Station and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

How far is it from Reading to Ellesmere Port?

The distance between Reading and Ellesmere Port is 183 miles. The road distance is 172.9 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Ellesmere Port without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Ellesmere Port without a car is to train and line 1 bus which takes 4h 49m and costs £40 - £250.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Ellesmere Port?

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Reading to Ellesmere Port, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Ellesmere Port bus from?

Reading to Ellesmere Port bus services, operated by Thames Travel, depart from Forbury Road station.

Train or bus from Reading to Ellesmere Port?

The best way to get from Reading to Ellesmere Port is to bus which takes 7h 43m and costs £29 - £70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £150 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Reading to Ellesmere Port bus arrive?

Reading to Ellesmere Port bus services, operated by Thames Travel, arrive at Westgate station.

Can I drive from Reading to Ellesmere Port?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Ellesmere Port is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Reading to Ellesmere Port.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere Port?

There are 2696+ hotels available in Ellesmere Port.

Reading to Ellesmere Port - 8 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus

There are 8 ways to get from Reading to Ellesmere Port 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, line 1 bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Staffordtrain
2. Take the train from Stafford to Chestertrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchangebus 1 / ...
4h 49m
£42–248
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forbury Road to Westgatebus X40 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 423
7h 43m
£30–68
Drive 171.9 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Ellesmere Portcar 171.9 mi
3h 31m
£42–60
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
6h 22m
£155–413
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham Internationaltrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
5h 32m
£43–148
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 Liverpool Lime Streettrain
6h 2m
£101–287
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 Liverpool Lime Streettrain
5h 41m
£78–200
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LTN - LPL
7h 17m
£119–249

Reading to Ellesmere Port by train and bus

91Weekly Services

4h 49mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Reading to Ellesmere Port.

Launch map view

Distance: 181.9 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Ellesmere Port, England?

You can take a bus from Forbury Road to Vale Road via Westgate, Gloucester Green Bus Station, and Chester Bus Interchange in around 7h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Reading to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange via Birmingham International, Chester, and Railway Station in around 5h 32m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.