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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Reading is to drive which costs £55 - £90 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Reading is to train via London which takes 3h 27m and costs £95 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Reading. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Reading RailAir via Milton Keynes Coachway and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Darlington and arriving at Reading. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Darlington to Reading?

The distance between Darlington and Reading is 273 miles. The road distance is 248.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Reading without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 27m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Darlington to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Reading bus from?

Darlington to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Reading train from?

Darlington to Reading train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Reading?

The best way to get from Darlington to Reading is to train via London which takes 3h 27m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £75 - £160 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Darlington to Reading bus arrive?

Darlington to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Darlington to Reading train arrive?

Darlington to Reading train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Reading is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Darlington to Reading.

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

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Darlington to Reading - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Darlington to Reading by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to King's Crosstrain Newcastle - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
3h 27m
£99–174
Drive 246.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Darlington to Readingcar 246.8 mi
4h 18m
£60–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 591
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
8h 23m
£78–157
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
3. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
4h 16m
£72–302
Train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading
4h 1m
£140–200
Train to Newcastle, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NCL - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
4h 48m
£117–266
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Readingtrain
5h 8m
£76–184
Train, train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Darlington to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Airporttrain
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
4. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
5h 57m
£106–368

Darlington to Reading by train and subway

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3h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 271.8 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Darlington to Reading via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Farringdon station, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to Reading RailAir via Milton Keynes Coachway, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 8h 23m.

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