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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Birmingham is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Birmingham is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Birmingham New Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Reading to Birmingham?

The distance between Reading and Birmingham is 99 miles. The road distance is 94.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £50 - £75.

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

The train from Reading to Birmingham New Street takes 1h 36m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Reading to Birmingham bus from?

Reading to Birmingham bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Birmingham train from?

Reading to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Reading to Birmingham is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £50 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Reading to Birmingham bus arrive?

Reading to Birmingham bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Birmingham train arrive?

Reading to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Birmingham is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Reading to Birmingham.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Reading to Birmingham?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 36m
£50–75
Drive 94.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Birminghamcar 94.3 mi
1h 59m
£24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3h 52m
£48–88

Reading to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 98 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Birmingham Coach Station via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 3h 52m.

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