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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Ludlow is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Ludlow is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Ludlow?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Ludlow via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Reading to Ludlow?

The distance between Reading and Ludlow is 165 miles. The road distance is 121.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Ludlow without a car is to train via Newport which takes 2h 50m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Reading to Ludlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Ludlow train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Ludlow train arrive?

Reading to Ludlow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Reading to Ludlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Ludlow is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Reading to Ludlow.

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

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Where can I stay near Ludlow?

There are 746+ hotels available in Ludlow.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Ludlow by train, car, or bus

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Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Newport (S Wales)train London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Ludlowtrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 50m
£70–126
Drive 120.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Ludlowcar 120.6 mi
2h 22m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Herefordtrain London Paddington - Hereford
3h 17m
£60–110
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Kidderminster Bus Station to Ludlow Fish Barbus 292
4h 36m

Reading to Ludlow by train

187Weekly Trains

2h 50mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.8 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Ludlow via Newport (S Wales) in around 2h 50m.

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