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

The cheapest way to get from Harlech to Reading is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harlech to Reading is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Harlech and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Harlech station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Harlech station and arriving at Reading RailAir via The Australia, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Harlech and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Harlech to Reading. However, there are services departing from Harlech and arriving at Reading via Machynlleth and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Harlech to Reading?

The distance between Harlech and Reading is 238 miles. The road distance is 207 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harlech to Reading without a car is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Harlech to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harlech to Reading bus from?

Harlech to Reading bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from The Australia station.

Where do I catch the Harlech to Reading train from?

Harlech to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Harlech station.

Train or bus from Harlech to Reading?

The best way to get from Harlech to Reading is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 43m.

Where does the Harlech to Reading bus arrive?

Harlech to Reading bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4.

Where does the Harlech to Reading train arrive?

Harlech to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Machynlleth station.

Can I drive from Harlech to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Harlech to Reading is 207 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Harlech to Reading.

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

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Harlech to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Harlech to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain
6h 56m
£104–168
Drive 205.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Harlech to Readingcar 205.8 mi
4h 24m
£50–72
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6bus T1c
3. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Readingtrain
10h 41m
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 409
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
12h 43m

Harlech to Reading by train

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Distance: 236.4 mi
Duration: 6h 56m

What companies run services between Harlech, Wales and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Harlech to Reading via Machynlleth and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harlech station to Reading RailAir via The Australia, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 12h 43m.

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