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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Nottingham is to bus via Milton Keynes which costs £25 - £50 and takes 6h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Nottingham is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Nottingham station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Broad Marsh Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Nottingham via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Reading to Nottingham?

The distance between Reading and Nottingham is 165 miles. The road distance is 126.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Nottingham without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £50 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Reading to Nottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Nottingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Nottingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Reading to Nottingham is to train which takes 3h and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Reading to Nottingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Nottingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Nottingham is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Reading to Nottingham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Nottingham?

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Reading to Nottingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Nottingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
3h
£54–130
Bus via Milton Keynes
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Westgatebus X40
2. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 737
3. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
6h 14m
£26–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk900
4h 59m
£38–83
Drive 125.8 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Nottinghamcar 125.8 mi
2h 22m
£31–45
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
3h 15m
£32–119

Reading to Nottingham by train and subway

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Map of how to get from Reading to Nottingham.

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Distance: 164.3 mi
Duration: 3h

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

You can take a train from Reading to Nottingham via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Broad Marsh Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 59m.

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