What is the cheapest way to get from Market Drayton to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Market Drayton to Reading is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Market Drayton to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Market Drayton to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Market Drayton and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Market Drayton to Reading. However, there are services departing from Stand C and arriving at Reading RailAir via Stoke-on-Trent and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Market Drayton to Reading?

The distance between Market Drayton and Reading is 149 miles. The road distance is 140.3 miles.

How do I travel from Market Drayton to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Market Drayton to Reading without a car is to line 340 bus and train which takes 3h 36m and costs £60 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Market Drayton to Reading?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Market Drayton to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Market Drayton to Reading bus from?

Market Drayton to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.

Where does the Market Drayton to Reading bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Market Drayton to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Market Drayton to Reading is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Market Drayton to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1473+ hotels available in Reading.

Market Drayton to Reading - 3 ways to travel via train, line 340 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Market Drayton to Reading by bus, train, or car

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Line 340 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Stand B to Bus Stationbus 340
2. Take the train from Wellington (Shropshire) to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain
3h 36m
£63–105
Drive 139.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Market Drayton to Readingcar 139.5 mi
2h 48m
£34–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk980 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
6h 37m
£46–64

Market Drayton to Reading by bus and train

120Weekly Services

3h 36mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 147.9 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Market Drayton, England and Reading, England?

You can take a bus from Stand C to Reading RailAir via Stoke-on-Trent, London Heathrow Airport, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 6h 37m.

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