What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo (Merseyside) and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading. However, there are services departing from South Road and arriving at Reading RailAir via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo (Merseyside) and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading. However, there are services departing from Waterloo (Merseyside) and arriving at Reading via Liverpool South Parkway and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading?

The distance between Waterloo (Merseyside) and Reading is 192 miles. The road distance is 196 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £45 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading bus from?

Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading train from?

Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Liverpool South Parkway station.

Train or bus from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading?

The best way to get from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £45 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £75 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading bus arrive?

Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading train arrive?

Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Birmingham New StreetLiverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to ReadingManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 45m
£47–187
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Newhall StUkn21 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to ReadingManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
6h 9m
£37–138
Drive 194.9 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading194.9 mi
3h 35m
£49–71
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Reading
5h
£92–279
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Heathrow Terminal 5802
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirRa1
7h 32m
£56–73
Fly Liverpool to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)LPL - LHR
2. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Reading
5h 53m
£126–344
Fly Liverpool to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Luton Airport (LTN)LPL - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Reading
6h 32m
£116–303
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Reading
5h 17m
£95–215

Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading by train

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Distance: 191.3 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Waterloo (Merseyside), England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading via Liverpool South Parkway and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Reading RailAir via South Road, Queen Square Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 7h 32m.

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