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

The cheapest way to get from Bangor to Reading is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bangor to Reading is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Bangor and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Bangor to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at Reading via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Bangor to Reading?

The distance between Bangor and Reading is 232 miles. The road distance is 220 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bangor to Reading without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Bangor to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bangor to Reading train from?

Bangor to Reading train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Bangor (Gwynedd) station.

Where does the Bangor to Reading train arrive?

Bangor to Reading train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Bangor to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Bangor to Reading is 220 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Bangor to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Bangor to Reading - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Bangor to Reading by train, car, or plane

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best
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Staffordtrain Holyhead - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 5m
£103–162
Drive 218.7 mi
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1. Drive from Bangor to Readingcar 218.7 mi
4h 33m
£54–77
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
5h 47m
£126–399
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain
5h 28m
£105–178
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Herefordtrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Hereford to Readingtrain Hereford - London Paddington / ...
6h 48m
£112–198
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
5h 57m
£138–269
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Chestertrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane LPL - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
8h 4m
£157–603

Bangor to Reading by train

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Distance: 230.6 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Bangor, Gwynedd, Wales and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Reading via Stafford in around 5h 5m.

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