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

The cheapest way to get from Skegness to Reading is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skegness to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Skegness and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Skegness to Reading. However, there are services departing from Skegness and arriving at Reading via Grantham, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Skegness to Reading?

The distance between Skegness and Reading is 202 miles. The road distance is 156.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skegness to Reading without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 38m and costs £50 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Skegness to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skegness to Reading train from?

Skegness to Reading train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Skegness station.

Where does the Skegness to Reading train arrive?

Skegness to Reading train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Grantham station.

Can I drive from Skegness to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Skegness to Reading is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Skegness to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Skegness to Granthamtrain
2. Take the train from Grantham to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
3h 38m
£51–176
Drive 155.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Skegness to Readingcar 155.4 mi
3h 26m
£38–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Skegness to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
8h 1m
£47–80
Train
1. Take the train from Skegness to Nottinghamtrain Skegness - Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Readingtrain Nottingham - Bournemouth / ...
6h 11m
£38–195

Skegness to Reading by train and subway

95Weekly Services

3h 38mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a train from Skegness to Reading via Grantham, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 38m.

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