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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Reading is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Reading. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Reading via Wakefield Westgate, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Reading?

The distance between Pontefract and Reading is 224 miles. The road distance is 182.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Reading without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £65 - £160.

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

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

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Reading train from?

Pontefract to Reading train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Where does the Pontefract to Reading train arrive?

Pontefract to Reading train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Reading is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Pontefract to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Pontefract to Reading - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and line 28 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Pontefract to Reading by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
3h 36m
£65–152
Drive 181.5 mi
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1. Drive from Pontefract to Readingcar 181.5 mi
3h 19m
£45–65
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
5h 33m
£87–323
Line 28 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Valley Gardens B to Barnsley Interchange/A11bus 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
5h 41m
£95–146
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
5h 49m
£111–252
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane LBA - LHR
2. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
6h 53m
£142–611

Pontefract to Reading by train and subway

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Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Reading via Wakefield Westgate, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 36m.

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