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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Headingley is to bus via Birmingham which costs £22 - £80 and takes 8h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Headingley is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Headingley?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Headingley. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Headingley Arndale via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Lake and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Reading to Headingley?

The distance between Reading and Headingley is 227 miles. The road distance is 196.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Headingley without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Reading to Headingley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Headingley bus from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Headingley?

The best way to get from Reading to Headingley is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Reading to Headingley bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Headingley?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Headingley is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Reading to Headingley.

Where can I stay near Headingley?

There are 2441+ hotels available in Headingley.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Reading to Headingley 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 London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
3h 49m
£63–150
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Westgatebus X40
2. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
8h 18m
£23–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Lakebus
3. Take the bus from Lake to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
6h 36m
£52–112
Drive 195.1 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Headingleycar 195.1 mi
3h 30m
£48–70
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 Leedstrain
5h 19m
£84–268
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leedstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 42m
£52–270
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 5m
£95–223
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 Leedstrain
5h 50m
£92–407
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane LHR - LBA
7h 22m
£119–353
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 Leedstrain
5h 35m
£123–382

Reading to Headingley by train, subway, foot, and bus

240Weekly Services

3h 49mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.9 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

You can take a train from Reading to St Michaels Church via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Leeds, and Headrow L in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Headingley Arndale via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Lake, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 6h 36m.

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