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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Harrogate is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Harrogate is to train via London which takes 3h 46m and costs £75 - £170.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Harrogate?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Harrogate. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Harrogate via Paddington, King's Cross and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Reading to Harrogate?

The distance between Reading and Harrogate is 248 miles. The road distance is 208.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Harrogate without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 46m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Reading to Harrogate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Harrogate train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Harrogate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Harrogate?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Harrogate is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Reading to Harrogate.

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

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Where can I stay near Harrogate?

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Reading to Harrogate - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Reading to Harrogate by train, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 46m
£76–163
Drive 207.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Harrogatecar 207.7 mi
3h 47m
£51–73
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
5h 34m
£88–329
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Yorktrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 31m
£127–180
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
5h 32m
£118–240
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
5h 21m
£95–350
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
5h 19m
£140–311

Reading to Harrogate by train and subway

212Weekly Services

3h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 246.3 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Harrogate via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and York in around 3h 46m.

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