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

The cheapest way to get from Newtown to Reading is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newtown to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Newtown and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Newtown station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Newtown and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Newtown to Reading. However, there are services departing from Newtown (Powys) and arriving at Reading via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Newtown to Reading?

The distance between Newtown and Reading is 175 miles. The road distance is 149.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newtown to Reading without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Newtown to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newtown to Reading bus from?

Newtown to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Newtown to Reading train from?

Newtown to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Newtown (Powys) station.

Train or bus from Newtown to Reading?

The best way to get from Newtown to Reading is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Newtown to Reading bus arrive?

Newtown to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Newtown to Reading train arrive?

Newtown to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Newtown to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Newtown to Reading is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Newtown to Reading.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Newtown (Powys) to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 55m
£81–126
Drive 148.8 mi
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1. Drive from Newtown to Readingcar 148.8 mi
3h 7m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
6h 42m
£63–120

Newtown to Reading by train

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Distance: 173.8 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Newtown, Powys, Wales and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Newtown (Powys) to Reading via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 6h 42m.

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