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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Llangollen is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Llangollen is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Llangollen?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading station to Llangollen. However, there are services departing from Station North Interchange and arriving at Parade Street 2 via Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho and Wrexham Bus Station 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Reading to Llangollen?

The distance between Reading and Llangollen is 197 miles. The road distance is 167.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Llangollen without a car is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs £45 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Reading to Llangollen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Llangollen bus from?

Reading to Llangollen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Station North Interchange.

Train or bus from Reading to Llangollen?

The best way to get from Reading to Llangollen is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs £45 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Reading to Llangollen bus arrive?

Reading to Llangollen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho station.

Can I drive from Reading to Llangollen?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Llangollen is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Reading to Llangollen.

Where can I stay near Llangollen?

There are 721+ hotels available in Llangollen.

Reading to Llangollen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Llangollen by train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Reading to StaffordBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to ChesterLondon Euston - Chester / ...
6h 13m
£49–242
Drive 166.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Llangollen166.2 mi
3h 13m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Station North Interchange to Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate CrickhoGm5
2. Take the bus from Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho to Wrexham Bus StationGma
7h 45m
£43–61
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wrexham GeneralBirmingham International - Chester / ...
6h 16m
£59–154

Reading to Llangollen by train and bus

92Weekly Services

6h 13mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Reading to Llangollen.

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Distance: 196.2 mi
Duration: 6h 13m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Llangollen, Wales?

You can take a train from Reading to Parade Street 2 via Stafford, Chester, Railway Station, Wrexham Bus Station 7, and Wrexham Bus Station 1 in around 6h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station North Interchange to Parade Street 2 via Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho, Wrexham Bus Station, and Wrexham Bus Station 1 in around 7h 45m.

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