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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Prestatyn is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 9h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Prestatyn is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Prestatyn?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Prestatyn. However, there are services departing from Forbury Road and arriving at Royal Victoria Hotel via Gloucester Green Bus Station, Chester Bus Interchange and Holywell Bus Station Stand 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Prestatyn?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Prestatyn. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Prestatyn via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Reading to Prestatyn?

The distance between Reading and Prestatyn is 198 miles. The road distance is 198.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Prestatyn without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £45 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Reading to Prestatyn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Prestatyn bus from?

Reading to Prestatyn bus services, operated by Thames Travel, depart from Forbury Road station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Prestatyn train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Prestatyn?

The best way to get from Reading to Prestatyn is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £45 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 7h 47m.

Where does the Reading to Prestatyn bus arrive?

Reading to Prestatyn bus services, operated by Thames Travel, arrive at Westgate station.

Where does the Reading to Prestatyn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Prestatyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Prestatyn is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Reading to Prestatyn.

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

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Where can I stay near Prestatyn?

There are 955+ hotels available in Prestatyn.

Reading to Prestatyn - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Reading to Prestatyn 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 StaffordBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to PrestatynLondon Euston - Holyhead / ...
4h 30m
£49–299
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forbury Road to WestgateX40 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Chester Bus Interchange423
9h 20m
£36–69
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Chester Bus Interchange
7h 47m
£50–87
Drive 197.3 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Prestatyn197.3 mi
3h 52m
£49–70
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestatyn
5h 53m
£101–310
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to PrestatynBirmingham International - Holyhead / ...
5h 7m
£68–173
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 Prestatyn
5h 22m
£108–233
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)LHR - LPL
3. Take the train from Chester to Prestatyn
7h 21m
£137–443

Reading to Prestatyn by train

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Distance: 197.2 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Prestatyn, Wales?

You can take a train from Reading to Prestatyn via Stafford in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Prestatyn via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newhall St, Chester Bus Interchange, Chester Rd West, and Shotton in around 7h 47m.

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