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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Suffolk is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Suffolk is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Suffolk?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Suffolk. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Stowmarket via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Reading to Suffolk?

The distance between Reading and Suffolk is 121 miles. The road distance is 120.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Suffolk without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Reading to Suffolk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Suffolk train from?

Reading to Suffolk train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Suffolk train arrive?

Reading to Suffolk train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Liverpool Street Station.

Can I drive from Reading to Suffolk?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Suffolk is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Reading to Suffolk.

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

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Where can I stay near Suffolk?

There are 830+ hotels available in Suffolk.

Reading to Suffolk - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 35 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Suffolk by train, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Stowmarkettrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 53m
£32–90
Drive 119.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Suffolkcar 119.9 mi
2h 47m
£29–42
Train via London
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Stowmarkettrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 54m
£53–125
Train, line 35 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Take the bus from Clapham Junction Station / The Falcon to Liverpool Street Stationbus 35
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Stowmarkettrain
4h 6m
£33–158

Reading to Suffolk by train and foot

215Weekly Services

2h 53mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 120.5 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Stowmarket via Liverpool Street Station and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 53m.

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