What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham NEC to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham NEC to Reading is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham NEC to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham NEC to Reading is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham NEC and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham NEC to Reading. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham NEC and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham International and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Birmingham NEC to Reading?

The distance between Birmingham NEC and Reading is 91 miles. The road distance is 88.8 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham NEC to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham NEC to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £45 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham NEC to Reading?

The train from Birmingham International to Reading takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Birmingham NEC to Reading bus from?

Birmingham NEC to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham NEC to Reading train from?

Birmingham NEC to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham International station.

Train or bus from Birmingham NEC to Reading?

The best way to get from Birmingham NEC to Reading is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £45 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Birmingham NEC to Reading bus arrive?

Birmingham NEC to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Birmingham NEC to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham NEC to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham NEC to Reading is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Birmingham NEC to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham NEC to Reading?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham NEC to Reading?

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There are 3 ways to get from Birmingham NEC to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham International to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
1h 35m
£45–70
Drive 88.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birmingham NEC to Readingcar 88.3 mi
1h 50m
£22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 210
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
3h 25m
£38–78

Birmingham NEC to Reading by foot and train

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Distance: 90.3 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Birmingham NEC, England and Reading, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham International to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Birmingham NEC to Reading RailAir via Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 3h 25m.

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