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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Reading is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Reading. However, there are services departing from Shiffnall Street and arriving at Reading RailAir via Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Reading via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Bolton to Reading?

The distance between Bolton and Reading is 192 miles. The road distance is 187.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Reading without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £95 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Bolton to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Reading bus from?

Bolton to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Reading train from?

Bolton to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Reading?

The best way to get from Bolton to Reading is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £95 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £140 and takes 7h 51m.

Where does the Bolton to Reading bus arrive?

Bolton to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bolton to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bolton to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Reading is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Bolton to Reading.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bolton to Reading?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 24m
£99–148
Drive 186.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bolton to Readingcar 186.2 mi
3h 36m
£45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
7h 51m
£68–137
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
3h 45m
£70–296
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
4h 3m
£100–210

Bolton to Reading by train

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Distance: 190.4 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £95–140 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shiffnall Street to Reading RailAir via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 7h 51m.

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