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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Cottingham is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Cottingham is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Cottingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Cottingham. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Cottingham King Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Milton Keynes Coachway and Hull Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Cottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Cottingham. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Cottingham via Paddington, King's Cross and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Reading to Cottingham?

The distance between Reading and Cottingham is 239 miles. The road distance is 198.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Cottingham without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 30m and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Reading to Cottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Cottingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Cottingham train from?

Reading to Cottingham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Cottingham?

The best way to get from Reading to Cottingham is to train via London which takes 4h 30m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £140 and takes 9h 12m.

Where does the Reading to Cottingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Cottingham train arrive?

Reading to Cottingham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Cottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Cottingham is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Reading to Cottingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Cottingham?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Doncastertrain
3. Take the train from Doncaster to Cottinghamtrain
4h 30m
£70–163
Drive 197.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Cottinghamcar 197.5 mi
3h 42m
£49–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Hull Interchangebus 451
9h 12m
£70–139
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Doncastertrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Cottinghamtrain Sheffield - Scarborough / ...
4h 58m
£112–167
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Cottinghamtrain London Kings Cross - Beverley
5h 55m
£99–173

Reading to Cottingham by train and subway

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Distance: 238 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Cottingham, East Riding of Yorkshire, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Cottingham via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Doncaster in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Cottingham King Street via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Milton Keynes Coachway, and Hull Interchange in around 9h 12m.

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