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

The cheapest way to get from Sleaford to Reading is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sleaford to Reading is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £45 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Sleaford and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Sleaford to Reading. However, there are services departing from Sleaford and arriving at Reading via Grantham, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Sleaford to Reading?

The distance between Sleaford and Reading is 162 miles. The road distance is 131.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sleaford to Reading without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Sleaford to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sleaford to Reading train from?

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

Where does the Sleaford to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sleaford to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Sleaford to Reading is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Sleaford to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Sleaford to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Granthamtrain
2. Take the train from Grantham to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
2h 28m
£45–118
Drive 131 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sleaford to Readingcar 131 mi
2h 57m
£33–47
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Readingtrain
3h 46m
£86–137
Train #2
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Nottinghamtrain Skegness - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Readingtrain Nottingham - Bournemouth / ...
5h 10m
£83–125

Sleaford to Reading by train

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Distance: 160.7 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Sleaford to Reading via Grantham, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 2h 28m.

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