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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwich to Reading is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwich to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwich and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwich to Reading. However, there are services departing from Longfield Centre and arriving at Reading RailAir via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwich and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwich to Reading. However, there are services departing from Prestwich and arriving at Reading via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Prestwich to Reading?

The distance between Prestwich and Reading is 186 miles. The road distance is 181.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwich to Reading without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £95 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Prestwich to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwich to Reading bus from?

Prestwich to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Prestwich to Reading train from?

Prestwich to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Prestwich to Reading?

The best way to get from Prestwich to Reading is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £95 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £75 and takes 7h 46m.

Where does the Prestwich to Reading bus arrive?

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

Where does the Prestwich to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prestwich to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwich to Reading is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Prestwich to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1478+ hotels available in Reading.

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There are 5 ways to get from Prestwich to Reading by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 27m
£98–143
Drive 180.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Prestwich to Readingcar 180.4 mi
3h 39m
£45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk980 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
7h 46m
£50–73
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
3h 54m
£74–297
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
4h 10m
£98–226

Prestwich to Reading by tram and train

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Distance: 184.6 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £95–140 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Longfield Centre to Reading RailAir via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, London Heathrow Airport, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 7h 46m.

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