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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Middlesbrough is to bus which costs £50 - £80 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Middlesbrough is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Middlesbrough?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Middlesbrough station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Bus Station Stand 11 via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Middlesbrough?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Middlesbrough. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Middlesbrough via Paddington, King's Cross and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Reading to Middlesbrough?

The distance between Reading and Middlesbrough is 278 miles. The road distance is 250.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Middlesbrough without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 27m and costs £75 - £180.

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

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Middlesbrough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Middlesbrough train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Middlesbrough?

The best way to get from Reading to Middlesbrough is to train via London which takes 4h 27m and costs £75 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £80 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Reading to Middlesbrough bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Middlesbrough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Middlesbrough?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Middlesbrough is 250 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Reading to Middlesbrough.

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

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Where can I stay near Middlesbrough?

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

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

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

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Middlesbroughtrain
4h 27m
£77–172
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station Stand 11bus Ukn10
7h 55m
£52–78
Drive 248.9 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Middlesbroughcar 248.9 mi
4h 17m
£61–88
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Middlesbroughtrain
5h 12m
£95–353
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Yorktrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from York to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
5h 9m
£126–192
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Middlesbroughbus Ukn10
7h 55m
£52–78
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Middlesbroughtrain
5h 2m
£121–260
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Middlesbroughtrain
5h 57m
£93–207
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 Middlesbroughtrain
6h 34m
£126–364
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 Middlesbroughtrain
6h 24m
£132–261

Reading to Middlesbrough by train and subway

132Weekly Services

4h 27mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 276.5 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Middlesbrough via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and York in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Bus Station Stand 11 via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 55m.

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