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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to York is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to York is to train via London which takes 2h 49m and costs £65 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Reading and York?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at York. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Reading to York?

The distance between Reading and York is 229 miles. The road distance is 204.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to York without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 49m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Reading to York, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to York train from?

Reading to York train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to York train arrive?

Reading to York train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to York is 205 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Reading to York.

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

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Where can I stay near York?

There are 1984+ hotels available in York.

Reading to York - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Reading to York by train, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 49m
£69–149
Drive 203.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Yorkcar 203.7 mi
3h 47m
£50–71
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
4h 31m
£100–379
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Yorktrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
3h 34m
£110–170
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Yorktrain
5h 20m
£108–375
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
4h 20m
£132–296
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Yorktrain
5h 9m
£120–232

Reading to York by train and subway

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2h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 228 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a train from Reading to York via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, Farringdon station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 2h 49m.

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