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

The cheapest way to get from Harwich to Reading is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harwich to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Harwich and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Harwich to Reading. However, there are services departing from Harwich Town and arriving at Reading via Manningtree, Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Harwich to Reading?

The distance between Harwich and Reading is 111 miles. The road distance is 122.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harwich to Reading without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £50 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Harwich to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Reading train from?

Harwich to Reading train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Manningtree station.

Where does the Harwich to Reading train arrive?

Harwich to Reading train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Harwich to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Harwich to Reading is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Harwich to Reading.

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

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Harwich to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Harwich to Reading by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manningtree to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2h 34m
£53–128
Drive 122.1 mi
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1. Drive from Harwich to Readingcar 122.1 mi
2h 31m
£30–43
Train via London
1. Take the train from Manningtree to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Readingtrain Elizabeth
2h 59m
£62–125
Train #2
1. Take the train from Thorpe-le-Soken to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
4h 20m
£57–119

Harwich to Reading by train

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2h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 110.4 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a train from Harwich Town to Reading via Manningtree, Stratford, and London Paddington in around 2h 34m.

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