What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to West Midlands?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to West Midlands is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to West Midlands?

The fastest way to get from Reading to West Midlands is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £24 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Blue Gates via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at The Hawthorns via Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Reading to West Midlands?

The distance between Reading and West Midlands is 102 miles. The road distance is 97.4 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to West Midlands without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to West Midlands without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £24 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Reading to West Midlands?

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Reading to West Midlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to West Midlands bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to West Midlands train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to West Midlands?

The best way to get from Reading to West Midlands is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £24 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Reading to West Midlands bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to West Midlands train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to West Midlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to West Midlands is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Reading to West Midlands.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to West Midlands?

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Where can I stay near West Midlands?

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Reading to West Midlands - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 53m
£24–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newhall Stbus Uk920 / ...
3h 59m
Drive 96.8 mi
1. Drive from Reading to West Midlandscar 96.8 mi
1h 58m
£24–35
Train via Worcester
1. Take the train from Reading to Worcester Foregate Streettrain London Paddington - Great Malvern / ...
2. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to The Hawthornstrain Worcester Foregate Street - Dorridge / ...
3h 7m
£43–62

Reading to West Midlands by train and tram

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1h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 101.6 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

What companies run services between Reading, England and West Midlands, Sandwell, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £24–80 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Blue Gates via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Newhall St in around 3h 59m.

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