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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Hartlepool is to bus via Milton Keynes which costs £40 - £75 and takes 10h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Hartlepool is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Hartlepool?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at York Road - Central Library via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station Stand 20. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Hartlepool?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Hartlepool via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Reading to Hartlepool?

The distance between Reading and Hartlepool is 286 miles. The road distance is 259.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Hartlepool without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £65 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Reading to Hartlepool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Hartlepool bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Hartlepool train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Hartlepool?

The best way to get from Reading to Hartlepool is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £65 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Reading to Hartlepool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Hartlepool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Hartlepool?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Hartlepool is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Reading to Hartlepool.

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

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Reading to Hartlepool - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Reading to Hartlepool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Hartlepooltrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland
4h 42m
£68–170
Bus via Milton Keynes
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Westgatebus X40
2. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 737
3. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Bus Station Express Loungebus 426 / ...
10h 35m
£44–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station Stand 11bus Ukn10
8h 25m
Drive 258.2 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Hartlepoolcar 258.2 mi
4h 29m
£64–92
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 Hartlepooltrain
4h 49m
£75–279
Train via York
1. Take the train from Reading to Yorktrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from York to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
6h 1m
£87–248
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 Hartlepooltrain
4h 35m
£106–255
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Hartlepooltrain
5h 26m
£68–221
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 Middlesbroughtrain
7h 31m
£100–318
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 Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Hartlepooltrain
6h 46m
£101–355
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Hartlepooltrain
7h 2m
£131–387

Reading to Hartlepool by train

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Distance: 284.7 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Hartlepool via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to York Road - Central Library via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station Stand 11, and Bus Station Stand 20 in around 8h 25m.

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