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 £29 - £75 and takes 10h 47m.

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 31m and costs £80 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Scotland?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Scotland station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 29m.

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 51m.

How far is it from Reading to Scotland?

The distance between Reading and Scotland is 384 miles. The road distance is 382.8 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 51m and costs £50 - £380.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m 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 51m and costs £50 - £380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £120 and takes 10h 29m.

Where does the Reading to Scotland bus arrive?

Reading to Scotland bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 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 32m 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

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Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
3h 31m
£84–264
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forbury Road to WestgateX40
2. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Station
10h 47m
£30–73
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to StaffordBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Glasgow CentralRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 51m
£54–379
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Buchanan Bus Station802
10h 29m
£71–115
Drive 380.6 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Glasgow380.6 mi
6h 32m
£93–134
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
3h 50m
£89–264
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LHR - ABZ
4h
£89–314
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
4h 12m
£100–305
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LTN - GLA
4h 10m
£57–185
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LTN - EDI
4h 29m
£72–205

Reading to Scotland by train

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Distance: 381.6 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Scotland?

You can take a train from Reading to Glasgow Central via Stafford in around 6h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Buchanan Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 10h 29m.

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