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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Grasmere is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Grasmere is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Grasmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Grasmere. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Heaton Cooper Studio via Heathrow Terminal 5, Manchester Central Coach Station, Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Grasmere?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Grasmere. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Windermere via Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Reading to Grasmere?

The distance between Reading and Grasmere is 262 miles. The road distance is 259.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Grasmere without a car is to train which takes 6h 47m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Reading to Grasmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Grasmere bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Grasmere train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Grasmere?

The best way to get from Reading to Grasmere is to train which takes 6h 47m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £75 - £120 and takes 10h 17m.

Where does the Reading to Grasmere bus arrive?

Reading to Grasmere bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Grasmere train arrive?

Reading to Grasmere train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Grasmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Grasmere is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Reading to Grasmere.

Where can I stay near Grasmere?

There are 3300+ hotels available in Grasmere.

Reading to Grasmere - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Reading to Grasmere 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
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 47m
£94–153
Drive 257.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Grasmerecar 257.8 mi
4h 45m
£64–92
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 802
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
10h 17m
£77–113
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 Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 55m
£96–323
Train, line 555 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heaton Cooper Studiobus 555
7h 15m
£105–167
Train, line 555 bus via Carnforth
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heaton Cooper Studiobus 555
8h 23m
£104–157
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
7h 38m
£91–334
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain
7h 16m
£116–399
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
7h 25m
£128–278
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
7h 52m
£118–344

Reading to Grasmere by train and bus

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6h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 260.8 mi
Duration: 6h 47m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Heaton Cooper Studio via Birmingham New Street, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 6h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Heaton Cooper Studio via Heathrow Terminal 5, Manchester Central Coach Station, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 17m.

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