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 - £90 and takes 7h 39m.

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 15m 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 35m.

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 Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Reading to Middlesbrough?

The distance between Reading and Middlesbrough is 286 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 which takes 4h 36m and costs £80 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m 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 Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Middlesbrough?

The best way to get from Reading to Middlesbrough is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £80 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £50 - £100 and takes 7h 35m.

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 Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Reading to Middlesbrough?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Middlesbrough is 250 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m 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 - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 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
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London PaddingtonDidcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to DarlingtonLondon Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
4h 36m
£81–239
Train via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to MiddlesbroughManchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
6h 42m
£43–351
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station Stand 11Ukn10
7h 35m
£54–98
Drive 248.9 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Middlesbrough248.9 mi
4h 15m
£63–90
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlington
5h 7m
£82–284
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bus Station Stand Z815
7h 39m
£54–85
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlington
4h 56m
£120–272
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough
6h 37m
£106–341
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlington
5h 46m
£75–329
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough
6h 21m
£109–279
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlington
7h 1m
£110–344

Reading to Middlesbrough by bus

126Weekly Buses

7h 35mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 284.6 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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 Darlington in around 4h 36m. 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 35m.

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