What is the cheapest way to get from Reading (Station) to Nottingham?

The cheapest way to get from Reading (Station) to Nottingham is to bus which costs £24 - £35 and takes 3h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading (Station) to Nottingham?

The fastest way to get from Reading (Station) to Nottingham is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Reading (Station) and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading (Station) station to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Station North Interchange and arriving at Friar Lane via Donington Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Reading (Station) and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Reading (Station) to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Nottingham via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Reading (Station) to Nottingham?

The distance between Reading (Station) and Nottingham is 156 miles. The road distance is 126.5 miles.

How do I travel from Reading (Station) to Nottingham without a car?

The best way to get from Reading (Station) to Nottingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £28 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Reading (Station) to Nottingham?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Reading (Station) to Nottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading (Station) to Nottingham bus from?

Reading (Station) to Nottingham bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading (Station) to Nottingham train from?

Reading (Station) to Nottingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading (Station) to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Reading (Station) to Nottingham is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £28 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Reading (Station) to Nottingham bus arrive?

Reading (Station) to Nottingham bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

What is the time difference between Reading (Station) and Nottingham?

Nottingham is 1h behind Reading (Station). It is currently 6:54 PM in Reading (Station) and 5:54 PM in Nottingham.

Where does the Reading (Station) to Nottingham train arrive?

Reading (Station) to Nottingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading (Station) to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading (Station) to Nottingham is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Reading (Station) to Nottingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading (Station) to Nottingham?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Reading (Station) to Nottingham?

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Where can I stay near Nottingham?

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Reading (Station) to Nottingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Reading (Station) to Nottingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
3h 16m
£28–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station North Interchange to Donington Parkbus D13
2. Take the bus from Donington Park to Friar Lanebus Sn
3h 40m
£25–34
Drive 125.7 mi
1. Drive from Reading (Station) to Nottinghamcar 125.7 mi
2h 22m
£31–45
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk900 / ...
5h 50m
£37–48

Reading (Station) to Nottingham by train

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Distance: 154.7 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Reading (Station), Reading, England and Nottingham, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Nottingham via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station North Interchange to Friar Lane via Donington Park in around 3h 40m.

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