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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Shirebrook is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Shirebrook is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Shirebrook?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Shirebrook. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at The Rocklands via London Heathrow Airport and Stephenson Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Shirebrook?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Shirebrook. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Shirebrook via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl and Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Reading to Shirebrook?

The distance between Reading and Shirebrook is 170 miles. The road distance is 145.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Shirebrook without a car is to train and line 1 bus which takes 4h 4m and costs £45 - £130.

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

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Shirebrook bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Shirebrook train from?

Reading to Shirebrook train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Shirebrook?

The best way to get from Reading to Shirebrook is to bus which takes 7h 5m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £160 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Reading to Shirebrook bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Shirebrook train arrive?

Reading to Shirebrook train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Shirebrook?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Shirebrook is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Reading to Shirebrook.

Where can I stay near Shirebrook?

There are 829+ hotels available in Shirebrook.

Reading to Shirebrook - 5 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Shirebrook by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 1 bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Derbytrain Reading - York / ...
2. Take the bus from Stephenson Place to The Rocklandsbus 1
4h 4m
£49–127
Drive 144.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Shirebrookcar 144.7 mi
2h 43m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Chesterfield Coach Stationbus Ukn02
7h 5m
£38–66
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Shirebrooktrain
4h 36m
£38–152
Bus via Derby
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bus Stationbus 230
3. Take the bus from Corporation Street to Mansfield Bus Stationbus 9.1 / ...
9h 3m
£56–95

Reading to Shirebrook by train, foot, and bus

80Weekly Services

4h 4mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to The Rocklands via Heathrow Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport, Chesterfield Coach Station, and Stephenson Place in around 7h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Reading to Shirebrook via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Nottingham in around 4h 36m.

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