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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Swaffham is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Swaffham is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Swaffham?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Swaffham. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Kings Arms via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from Reading to Swaffham?

The distance between Reading and Swaffham is 151 miles. The road distance is 131.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Swaffham without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £30 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Reading to Swaffham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Swaffham bus from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Swaffham?

The best way to get from Reading to Swaffham is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £30 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £100 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Reading to Swaffham bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Swaffham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Swaffham is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Reading to Swaffham.

Where can I stay near Swaffham?

There are 537+ hotels available in Swaffham.

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

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

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 London PaddingtonDidcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Kings LynnLondon Kings Cross - Kings Lynn
3h 29m
£35–96
Drive 130.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Swaffham130.8 mi
2h 33m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station727 / ...
7h 32m
£68–97
Train via Cambridge
1. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon Without
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Cambridge
3. Take the train from Cambridge to Kings Lynn
4h 14m
£46–129
Bus, subway, train
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to King's Cross St. Pancras station
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Kings Lynn
4h 35m
£52–94

Reading to Swaffham by train, subway, and bus

325Weekly Services

3h 29mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Reading to Swaffham.

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Distance: 150.6 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Market Place via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Kings Lynn, and Railway Station in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Kings Arms via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and Market Place in around 7h 32m.

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