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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Ormskirk is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Ormskirk is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Ormskirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Ormskirk station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5, Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Ormskirk?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Ormskirk. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Ormskirk via Birmingham New Street and Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Reading to Ormskirk?

The distance between Reading and Ormskirk is 199 miles. The road distance is 192.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Ormskirk without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Reading to Ormskirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Ormskirk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Ormskirk train from?

Reading to Ormskirk train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Ormskirk?

The best way to get from Reading to Ormskirk is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £100 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Reading to Ormskirk bus arrive?

Reading to Ormskirk bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Ormskirk train arrive?

Reading to Ormskirk train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Ormskirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Ormskirk is 192 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Reading to Ormskirk.

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

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Where can I stay near Ormskirk?

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Reading to Ormskirk - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Reading to Ormskirk by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Ormskirktrain
4h 39m
£78–149
Drive 191.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Ormskirkcar 191.1 mi
3h 34m
£47–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 802
8h 16m
£59–96
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
6h 4m
£124–517
Train, line 375 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain
3. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Bus Stationbus 375 / ...
5h 31m
£73–116
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 26m
£79–298
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LTN - LPL
6h 36m
£100–278

Reading to Ormskirk by train

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Distance: 198.3 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Ormskirk via Birmingham New Street and Liverpool South Parkway in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 8h 16m.

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