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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Grantham is to bus which costs £27 - £40 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Grantham is to train via London which takes 2h 15m and costs £40 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Grantham?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading station to Grantham. However, there are services departing from Station North Interchange and arriving at Finkin Street via Donington Park and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Grantham?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Grantham. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Grantham via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Reading to Grantham?

The distance between Reading and Grantham is 144 miles. The road distance is 125.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Grantham without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 15m and costs £40 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Reading to Grantham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Grantham bus from?

Reading to Grantham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Station North Interchange.

Where do I catch the Reading to Grantham train from?

Reading to Grantham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Grantham?

The best way to get from Reading to Grantham is to train via London which takes 2h 15m and costs £40 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £40 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Reading to Grantham bus arrive?

Reading to Grantham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Donington Park station.

Where does the Reading to Grantham train arrive?

Reading to Grantham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Grantham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Grantham is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Reading to Grantham.

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

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Where can I stay near Grantham?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Granthamtrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
2h 15m
£43–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station North Interchange to Donington Parkbus D13
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Finkin Streetbus Lc9
5h 52m
£28–39
Drive 124.9 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Granthamcar 124.9 mi
2h 33m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Derbytrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
3h 44m
£75–207

Reading to Grantham by train and subway

351Weekly Services

2h 15mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143.4 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Grantham via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 2h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station North Interchange to Finkin Street via Donington Park, Friar Lane, and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 5h 52m.

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