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

The cheapest way to get from Bakewell to Reading is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bakewell to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bakewell and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakewell to Reading. However, there are services departing from Square and arriving at Reading RailAir via Chesterfield Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Bakewell and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Bakewell to Reading. However, there are services departing from Matlock and arriving at Reading via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Bakewell to Reading?

The distance between Bakewell and Reading is 158 miles. The road distance is 152.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bakewell to Reading without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Bakewell to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakewell to Reading bus from?

Bakewell to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chesterfield Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Bakewell to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Bakewell to Reading?

The best way to get from Bakewell to Reading is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £70 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Bakewell to Reading bus arrive?

Bakewell to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Bakewell to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bakewell to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakewell to Reading is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Bakewell to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1520+ hotels available in Reading.

Bakewell to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 257 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
4h 51m
£66–102
Drive 151.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bakewell to Readingcar 151.9 mi
3h 2m
£38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chesterfield Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Ukn02
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
6h 46m
£48–66
Line 257 bus, train, fly
1. Take the bus from Square to Bus Turnaroundbus
2. Take the train from Bamford to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
4. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
5h 58m
Bus via Derby
1. Take the bus from Matlock Street to Bus Stationbus 6.1
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
8h 42m
£58–89

Bakewell to Reading by bus and train

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Distance: 156.6 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Reading every 3 hours. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Square to Reading RailAir via New Beetwell Street, Chesterfield Coach Station, London Heathrow Airport, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 6h 46m.

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