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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Penrith is to bus via Birmingham which costs £35 - £85 and takes 10h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Penrith is to drive which takes 4h 43m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Penrith via London Heathrow Airport and Northampton Town Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Reading to Penrith?

The distance between Reading and Penrith is 274 miles. The road distance is 269.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £75 - £360.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Reading to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Penrith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Penrith train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Penrith?

The best way to get from Reading to Penrith is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £75 - £360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £130 and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Reading to Penrith bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Penrith train arrive?

Reading to Penrith train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Reading to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Penrith is 270 miles. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Reading to Penrith.

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

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Where can I stay near Penrith?

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Reading to Penrith - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 12 ways to get from Reading to Penrith by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 16m
£79–359
Train via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 40m
£37–305
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Northampton Town Centrebus
3. Take the bus from Northampton Town Centre to Penrithbus
9h 35m
£69–128
Drive 268.4 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Penrithcar 268.4 mi
4h 43m
£65–94
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 Carlisletrain
5h 44m
£102–324
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Forbury Road to Westgatebus X40
2. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
10h 7m
£40–85
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 Carlisletrain
6h 7m
£86–393
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 Penrith North Lakestrain
5h 51m
£88–336
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
6h 31m
£115–340
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
6h 22m
£107–341
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 Carlisletrain
6h 36m
£72–292
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
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 Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
4. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
6h 51m
£80–247

Reading to Penrith by train

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5h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 272.5 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Penrith North Lakes via Stafford in around 5h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Penrith via Heathrow Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport, and Northampton Town Centre in around 9h 35m.

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