What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to University of Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to University of Reading is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to University of Reading?

The fastest way to get from Chester to University of Reading is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and University of Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to University of Reading. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Three Tuns via Pool Meadow Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2 and Cavendish Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and University of Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to University of Reading. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Reading via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Chester to University of Reading?

The distance between Chester and University of Reading is 174 miles. The road distance is 172.6 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to University of Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to University of Reading without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £80 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Chester to University of Reading?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Chester to University of Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to University of Reading bus from?

Chester to University of Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to University of Reading train from?

Chester to University of Reading train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to University of Reading?

The best way to get from Chester to University of Reading is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £100 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Chester to University of Reading bus arrive?

Chester to University of Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Coventry station.

Where does the Chester to University of Reading train arrive?

Chester to University of Reading train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Chester to University of Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to University of Reading is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Chester to University of Reading.

Where can I stay near University of Reading?

There are 1485+ hotels available in University of Reading.

Chester to University of Reading - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Chester to University of Reading by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Staffordtrain Chester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 16m
£83–129
Drive 171.6 mi
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1. Drive from Chester to University of Readingcar 171.6 mi
3h 30m
£42–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Coventrybus
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 460
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Winnersh Triangle Rail Stationbus Ra1
6h 29m
£57–96
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Winnersh Triangle Rail Stationbus
4h 40m
£101–306
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Chester to Birmingham New Streettrain Llandudno Junction - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 39m
£83–134
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester 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 4m
£115–231
Fly Liverpool to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane LPL - LHR
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Winnersh Triangle Rail Stationbus
6h 17m
£136–509
Fly Liverpool to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane LPL - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
6h 55m
£100–279

Chester to University of Reading by train, bus, and foot

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4h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.3 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Chester, England and University of Reading, England?

You can take a train from Chester to University of Reading via Stafford, Reading, Blagrave Street, and Reading University in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to University of Reading via Pool Meadow Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Winnersh Triangle Rail Station, Cavendish Gardens, and Three Tuns in around 6h 29m.

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