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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Harrogate is to bus via Leicester which costs £45 - £70 and takes 8h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Harrogate is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Harrogate?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Harrogate. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at West Park Church via London Heathrow Airport, Asda and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Harrogate?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Harrogate. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Harrogate via Paddington, King's Cross and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Reading to Harrogate?

The distance between Reading and Harrogate is 248 miles. The road distance is 209.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Harrogate without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 47m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Reading to Harrogate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Harrogate bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Harrogate train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Harrogate?

The best way to get from Reading to Harrogate is to train via London which takes 3h 47m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Leicester, which costs £45 - £70 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Reading to Harrogate bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Harrogate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Harrogate?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Harrogate is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Reading to Harrogate.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Reading to Harrogate?

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Where can I stay near Harrogate?

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Reading to Harrogate - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Reading to Harrogate by train, bus, car, or plane

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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 Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 47m
£70–160
Bus via Leicester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicesterbus
3. Take the bus from Asda to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
8h 16m
£46–66
Drive 207.9 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Harrogatecar 207.9 mi
3h 43m
£52–75
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 Leedstrain
5h 42m
£106–365
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Yorktrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 34m
£118–169
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 240 / ...
9h 36m
£64–128
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 Leedstrain
5h 34m
£116–238
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
5h 31m
£111–396
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 Yorktrain
5h 23m
£141–299

Reading to Harrogate by train and subway

212Weekly Services

3h 47mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 246.3 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Harrogate via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and York in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to West Park Church via Heathrow Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport, Asda, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 16m.

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