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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Inverness is to train and fly which costs £55 - £170 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Inverness is to train and fly which takes 4h 50m and costs £90 - £340.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Inverness?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Union Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station and George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Inverness?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Inverness via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

How far is it from Reading to Inverness?

The distance between Reading and Inverness is 531 miles. The road distance is 533.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Inverness without a car is to train which takes 9h 55m and costs £150 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Reading to Inverness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Inverness bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Inverness train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Inverness?

The best way to get from Reading to Inverness is to train which takes 9h 55m and costs £150 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 15h 56m.

Where does the Reading to Inverness bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Inverness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Inverness is 534 miles. It takes approximately 9h 17m to drive from Reading to Inverness.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Inverness?

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

There are 10 ways to get from Reading to Inverness by train, plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LGW - INV
5h 14m
£59–165
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Invernesstrain London Kings Cross - Inverness
9h 55m
£154–165
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from George Street to Union Streetbus E9
15h 56m
Drive 530.7 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Invernesscar 530.7 mi
9h 17m
£130–188
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LHR - INV
4h 50m
£93–335
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LTN - INV
5h 13m
£84–214
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane BRS - INV
5h 12m
£71–280
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LHR - ABZ
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
7h 15m
£122–380
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh Bus Station to Inverness Bus Station Stance 3bus
11h 34m
£76–269
Train via Birmingham Airport (BHX)
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham Internationaltrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Invernesstrain London Euston - Inverness
12h 15m
£89–174

Reading to Inverness by train and subway

7Weekly Services

9h 55mAverage Duration

£154Cheapest Price

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Distance: 527.9 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Inverness, Scotland?

You can take a train from Reading to Inverness via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 9h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Union Street via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and George Street in around 15h 56m.

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