What is the cheapest way to get from University of Reading to Derby?

The cheapest way to get from University of Reading to Derby is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from University of Reading to Derby?

The fastest way to get from University of Reading to Derby is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between University of Reading and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from University of Reading to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Three Tuns and arriving at Bus Station via Winnersh Triangle station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from University of Reading to Derby?

The distance between University of Reading and Derby is 135 miles. The road distance is 128.3 miles.

How do I travel from University of Reading to Derby without a car?

The best way to get from University of Reading to Derby without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from University of Reading to Derby?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from University of Reading to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the University of Reading to Derby bus from?

University of Reading to Derby bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Winnersh Triangle station.

Train or bus from University of Reading to Derby?

The best way to get from University of Reading to Derby is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the University of Reading to Derby bus arrive?

University of Reading to Derby bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Can I drive from University of Reading to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between University of Reading to Derby is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from University of Reading to Derby.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 1943+ hotels available in Derby.

University of Reading to Derby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from University of Reading to Derby 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 Reading to DerbyReading - Newcastle / ...
3h 29m
£67–112
Drive 127.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from University of Reading to Derby127.5 mi
2h 25m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Winnersh Triangle station to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus StationUk900 / ...
6h 5m
£48–87
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to DerbyBirmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
3h 29m
£40–138
Bus via Leicester
1. Take the bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Leicester St Margaret's Bus StationUk900
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Copeland StreetSky
7h 11m
£37–48

University of Reading to Derby by foot, bus, and train

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3h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 134.4 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between University of Reading, England and Derby, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Derby every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from University of Reading to Bus Station via Three Tuns, Cavendish Gardens, Winnersh Triangle station, Heathrow Terminal 2, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 5m.

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