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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Kirkham is to bus and train which costs £26 - £95 and takes 8h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Kirkham is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Kirkham?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Kirkham. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Kirkham & Wesham via Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Reading to Kirkham?

The distance between Reading and Kirkham is 210 miles. The road distance is 207.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Kirkham without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 27m and costs £40 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Reading to Kirkham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Kirkham train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Kirkham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Kirkham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Kirkham is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Reading to Kirkham.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkham?

There are 1959+ hotels available in Kirkham.

Reading to Kirkham - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Kirkham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 27m
£41–169
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forbury 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 Manchester Airport The Stationbus 120 / ...
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Kirkham & Weshamtrain
8h 5m
£27–91
Drive 206 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Kirkhamcar 206 mi
3h 52m
£50–72
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, 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 Kirkham & Weshamtrain
4h 45m
£95–279
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Kirkham & Weshamtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
4h 40m
£27–282
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, 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 Kirkham & Weshamtrain
4h 22m
£77–191

Reading to Kirkham by train

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Distance: 208.5 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Kirkham, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Kirkham & Wesham via Birmingham New Street and Preston in around 4h 27m.

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