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 49m.

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 49m and costs £30 - £50.

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 Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Reading to Sleaford?

The distance between Reading and Sleaford is 151 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 via London which takes 3h 30m and costs £70 - £140.

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

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

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.

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 49m 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?

There are 477+ hotels available in Sleaford.

Reading to Sleaford - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Sleaford by train or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Peterborough
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Sleaford
3h 30m
£70–136
Drive 136.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Sleaford136.1 mi
2h 49m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon Without
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Peterborough
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Sleaford
4h 34m
£68–154
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottingham
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Sleaford
5h 11m
£49–195

Reading to Sleaford by train

76Weekly Trains

4h 34mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Reading to Sleaford.

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Distance: 149.9 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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 Peterborough in around 3h 30m.

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