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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkeston to Reading is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkeston to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkeston and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkeston to Reading. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Reading RailAir via Angel Row A3, Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkeston and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkeston to Reading. However, there are services departing from Long Eaton and arriving at Reading via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Ilkeston to Reading?

The distance between Ilkeston and Reading is 153 miles. The road distance is 125 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Reading without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Ilkeston to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkeston to Reading bus from?

Ilkeston to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ilkeston to Reading train from?

Ilkeston to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Ilkeston to Reading?

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Reading is to train which takes 4h and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £70 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Ilkeston to Reading bus arrive?

Ilkeston to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Ilkeston to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilkeston to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkeston to Reading is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Ilkeston to Reading.

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Ilkeston to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
4h
£78–112
Drive 124.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkeston to Readingcar 124.2 mi
2h 23m
£31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
6h 39m
£45–66
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
7h 25m
£60–116

Ilkeston to Reading by bus and train

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Distance: 152.1 mi
Duration: 4h

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

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Reading every 3 hours. Tickets cost £70–100 and the journey takes 2h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Reading RailAir via Upper Parliament Street, Angel Row A3, Collin Street, Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station, London Heathrow Airport, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 6h 39m.

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