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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Reading is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Rugby and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Rugby to Reading. However, there are services departing from North Street and arriving at Reading RailAir via Pool Meadow Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Reading. However, there are services departing from Rugby and arriving at Reading via Coventry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Rugby to Reading?

The distance between Rugby and Reading is 91 miles. The road distance is 78.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Reading without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £30 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Rugby to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Reading bus from?

Rugby to Reading bus services, operated by Stagecoach Midlands, depart from North Street station.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Rugby to Reading?

The best way to get from Rugby to Reading is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £30 - £170. Alternatively, you can line 86 bus and bus, which costs £50 - £85 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Rugby to Reading bus arrive?

Rugby to Reading bus services, operated by Stagecoach Midlands, arrive at Transport Museum station.

Where does the Rugby to Reading train arrive?

Rugby to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Rugby to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Reading is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Rugby to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Rugby to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 86 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Coventry to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 3m
£33–170
Drive 77.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rugby to Readingcar 77.9 mi
1h 39m
£19–28
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rugby to Watford Junctiontrain
2. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 3bus Ra3
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h 49m
Line 86 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from North Street to Transport Museumbus 86
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 460 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
4h 21m
£51–83

Rugby to Reading by train

130Weekly Trains

2h 3mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 90.6 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Coventry to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £27–160 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Street to Reading RailAir via Transport Museum, Pool Meadow Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 4h 21m.

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