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 station to Sleaford. However, there are services departing from Station North Interchange and arriving at Market Place via Donington Park, Beastmarket Hill and Great North Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

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 34m.

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 34m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m 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 National Express, depart from Station North Interchange.

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 34m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Reading to Sleaford bus arrive?

Reading to Sleaford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Donington Park 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 34m
£56–130
Drive 136.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Sleafordcar 136.1 mi
2h 50m
£34–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Station North Interchange to Donington Parkbus D13
2. Take the bus from Beastmarket Hill to Great North Roadbus 90
7h 56m
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 33m
£80–157
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
£102–148

Reading to Sleaford by train and subway

96Weekly Services

3h 34mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Reading to Sleaford.

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Distance: 160.7 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station North Interchange to Market Place via Donington Park, Friar Lane, Beastmarket Hill, and Great North Road in around 7h 56m.

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