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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Ellesmere Port is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 29m.

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 29m and costs £40 - £65.

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 Reading RailAir and arriving at Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Ellesmere Port?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Ellesmere Port. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Chester via Birmingham International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Reading to Ellesmere Port?

The distance between Reading and Ellesmere Port is 183 miles. The road distance is 175.3 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 50m and costs £70 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m 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 RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

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

Reading to Ellesmere Port train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading 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 25m and costs £55 - £90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £120 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Reading to Ellesmere Port bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Ellesmere Port train arrive?

Reading to Ellesmere Port train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham International station.

Can I drive from Reading to Ellesmere Port?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Ellesmere Port is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Reading to Ellesmere Port.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Ellesmere Port?

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Where can I stay near Ellesmere Port?

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

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There are 8 ways to get from Reading to Ellesmere Port by train, bus, car, or plane

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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 50m
£72–109
Drive 174.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Ellesmere Portcar 174.3 mi
3h 29m
£43–62
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 Chester Bus Interchangebus 830
7h 25m
£57–86
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
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
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
5h 48m
£86–302
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 33m
£72–112
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
7h 5m
£90–196
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
6h 14m
£120–510
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
6h 46m
£96–271

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

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Distance: 181.9 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Chester Bus Interchange in around 7h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Reading to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange via Birmingham International, Chester, and Railway Station in around 5h 33m.

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