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

The cheapest way to get from Shifnal to Reading is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shifnal to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Shifnal and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Shifnal to Reading. However, there are services departing from Shifnal and arriving at Reading via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Shifnal to Reading?

The distance between Shifnal and Reading is 126 miles. The road distance is 120.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shifnal to Reading without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Shifnal to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shifnal to Reading train from?

Shifnal to Reading train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Shifnal station.

Train or bus from Shifnal to Reading?

The best way to get from Shifnal to Reading is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £90 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Shifnal to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shifnal to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Shifnal to Reading is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Shifnal to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Shifnal to Reading - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Shifnal to Reading by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Shifnal to Birmingham New StreetShrewsbury - Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to ReadingManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 4m
£40–184
Drive 119.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shifnal to Reading119.6 mi
2h 27m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wolverhampton Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5210
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirRa1
6h 3m
£53–88

Shifnal to Reading by train

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3h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 125.3 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a train from Shifnal to Reading via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Shifnal to Reading RailAir via Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 6h 3m.

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