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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Liverpool is to train and bus which costs £22 - £90 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Liverpool is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Liverpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Liverpool. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Liverpool, Liverpool One via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Liverpool?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Liverpool. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Reading to Liverpool?

The distance between Reading and Liverpool is 186 miles. The road distance is 191.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Liverpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £30 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Reading to Liverpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Liverpool bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Liverpool train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Liverpool?

The best way to get from Reading to Liverpool is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £30 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Reading to Liverpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Liverpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Liverpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Liverpool is 192 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Reading to Liverpool.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Liverpool?

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Reading to Liverpool - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Reading to Liverpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street
3h 45m
£31–134
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Uk021 / ...
5h 4m
£23–89
Drive 190.5 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Liverpoolcar 190.5 mi
3h 31m
£46–67
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 Liverpool Lime Streettrain
5h 9m
£76–280
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 550 / ...
6h 47m
£46–101
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
5h 37m
£125–399
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 Liverpool Lime Streettrain
4h 45m
£77–192

Reading to Liverpool by train

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Distance: 185.4 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Liverpool Lime Street via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Liverpool, Liverpool One via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 47m.

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