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

The cheapest way to get from Widnes to Reading is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Widnes to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Widnes and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Widnes to Reading. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Reading via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Widnes to Reading?

The distance between Widnes and Reading is 173 miles. The road distance is 178.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Widnes to Reading without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £35 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Widnes to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Widnes to Reading train from?

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

Where does the Widnes to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Widnes to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Widnes to Reading is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Widnes to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1436+ hotels available in Reading.

Widnes to Reading - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Widnes to Reading by train, car, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Runcorn to Birmingham New StreetLiverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to ReadingManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 34m
£37–165
Drive 177.9 mi
1. Drive from Widnes to Reading177.9 mi
3h 18m
£44–63
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Widnes 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
3h 55m
£80–245
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 36m
£121–335
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 7m
£101–210
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Widnes 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
4h 7m
£89–203

Widnes to Reading by train

177Weekly Trains

3h 34mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.5 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a train from Runcorn to Reading via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 34m.

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