What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Reading is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Reading is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham New Street Station and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham New Street Station station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham New Street Station and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Birmingham New Street Station to Reading?

The distance between Birmingham New Street Station and Reading is 99 miles. The road distance is 94.3 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham New Street Station to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £50 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Reading?

The train from Birmingham New Street to Reading takes 1h 38m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Birmingham New Street Station to Reading bus from?

Birmingham New Street Station to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham New Street Station to Reading train from?

Birmingham New Street Station to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham New Street Station to Reading?

The best way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Reading is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £50 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Birmingham New Street Station to Reading bus arrive?

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

Where does the Birmingham New Street Station to Reading train arrive?

Birmingham New Street Station to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham New Street Station to Reading is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham New Street Station to Reading?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham New Street Station to Reading?

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There are 3 ways to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Reading by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
1h 43m
£50–75
Drive 93.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Readingcar 93.7 mi
1h 56m
£23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
3h 42m
£49–86

Birmingham New Street Station to Reading by foot and train

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Distance: 98.3 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between Birmingham New Street Station, England and Reading, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Birmingham New Street Station to Reading RailAir via Birmingham Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 3h 42m.

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