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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Sleaford is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Sleaford is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Sleaford?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Sleaford station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Rail Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Sleaford?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Sleaford. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Sleaford via Paddington, King's Cross and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Reading to Sleaford?

The distance between Reading and Sleaford is 162 miles. The road distance is 136.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Sleaford without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Reading to Sleaford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Sleaford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Sleaford train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Sleaford?

The best way to get from Reading to Sleaford is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Reading to Sleaford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Sleaford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Sleaford?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Sleaford is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Reading to Sleaford.

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

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Where can I stay near Sleaford?

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Reading to Sleaford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Granthamtrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
3h 26m
£55–118
Drive 136.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Sleafordcar 136.1 mi
2h 50m
£34–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 93
8h 29m
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon Withouttrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Sleafordtrain
4h 32m
£67–145
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Sleafordtrain
5h 10m
£36–139

Reading to Sleaford by train and subway

97Weekly Services

3h 26mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.7 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Sleaford via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Rail Station via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 29m.

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