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

The cheapest way to get from Arnold to Reading is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arnold to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Arnold and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Arnold to Reading. However, there are services departing from Sainsburys and arriving at Reading RailAir via Broad Marsh Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Arnold and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Arnold to Reading. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Reading via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Arnold to Reading?

The distance between Arnold and Reading is 156 miles. The road distance is 129.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Arnold to Reading without a car is to train via Derby which takes 4h 15m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Arnold to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arnold to Reading bus from?

Arnold to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Arnold to Reading train from?

Arnold to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Arnold to Reading?

The best way to get from Arnold to Reading is to train via Derby which takes 4h 15m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £75 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Arnold to Reading bus arrive?

Arnold to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Arnold to Reading train arrive?

Arnold to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Arnold to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Arnold to Reading is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Arnold to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

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Arnold to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Arnold to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train via Derby
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
4h 15m
£65–105
Drive 128.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Arnold to Readingcar 128.8 mi
2h 33m
£33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
6h 6m
£48–74
Train
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Readingtrain Nottingham - Bournemouth / ...
4h 30m
£69–116
Bus via Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
6h 14m
£44–62

Arnold to Reading by bus and train

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Distance: 154.6 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Arnold, Nottinghamshire, England and Reading, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Reading every 3 hours. Tickets cost £55–90 and the journey takes 2h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sainsburys to Reading RailAir via NTU City Campus, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 6h 6m.

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