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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Ulverston is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Ulverston is to drive which takes 4h 41m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Ulverston?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Ulverston. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Ulverston via Birmingham New Street and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Reading to Ulverston?

The distance between Reading and Ulverston is 248 miles. The road distance is 257.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Ulverston without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 41m and costs £90 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Reading to Ulverston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Ulverston train from?

Reading to Ulverston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Ulverston train arrive?

Reading to Ulverston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Ulverston?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Ulverston is 257 miles. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Reading to Ulverston.

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

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Where can I stay near Ulverston?

There are 2576+ hotels available in Ulverston.

Reading to Ulverston - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Ulverston by train, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Lancastertrain
3. Take the train from Lancaster to Ulverstontrain
5h 41m
£91–143
Drive 255.7 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Ulverstoncar 255.7 mi
4h 41m
£63–91
Train, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Ulverstontrain
5h 51m
£95–338
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Ulverstontrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
5h 49m
£104–166
Train, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancastertrain
5. Take the train from Lancaster to Ulverstontrain
7h 41m
£108–373
Train, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lancastertrain
4. Take the train from Lancaster to Ulverstontrain
7h 18m
£133–433

Reading to Ulverston by train

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Distance: 246.6 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Ulverston via Birmingham New Street and Lancaster in around 5h 41m.

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