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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Scotland is to bus via Birmingham which costs £70 - £180 and takes 12h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Scotland is to train and fly which takes 3h 30m and costs £95 - £390.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Scotland?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading station to Scotland station. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via Gloucester Green Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Scotland?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Scotland. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Glasgow Central via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Reading to Scotland?

The distance between Reading and Scotland is 405 miles. The road distance is 383.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Scotland without a car is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs £150 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Reading to Scotland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Scotland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Scotland train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Scotland?

The best way to get from Reading to Scotland is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs £150 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £70 - £180 and takes 12h 41m.

Where does the Reading to Scotland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Scotland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Scotland is 383 miles. It takes approximately 6h 36m to drive from Reading to Scotland.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Scotland?

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Reading to Scotland - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Reading to Scotland by train, plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
3h 30m
£95–382
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn10
13h 16m
£67–243
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 46m
£154–249
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Station 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 Buchanan Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
12h 41m
£71–175
Drive 381 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Glasgowcar 381 mi
6h 36m
£95–138
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3h 50m
£97–337
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LHR - ABZ
4h 3m
£102–434
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow 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 Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LTN - GLA
4h 9m
£77–203
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
4h 29m
£74–218
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LHR - INV
4h 57m
£81–326

Reading to Scotland by train

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6h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 403 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Scotland?

You can take a train from Reading to Glasgow Central via Stafford in around 6h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Station via Westgate, Gloucester Green Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 12h 41m.

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