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 Mount Street, Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Ilkeston to Reading?

The distance between Ilkeston and Reading is 153 miles. The road distance is 125.1 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 bus and train which takes 4h 33m and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m 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 does the Ilkeston to Reading bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1480+ hotels available in Reading.

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 bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 1C / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
4h 33m
£75–119
Drive 124.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkeston to Readingcar 124.4 mi
2h 23m
£31–44
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 31m
£49–70
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 23m
£59–111

Ilkeston to Reading by bus and train

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4h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.7 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Market Place to Reading RailAir via Upper Parliament Street, Mount Street, Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station, London Heathrow Airport, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 6h 31m.

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