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 drive which takes 3h 47m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Harrogate?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Harrogate. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at West Park Church via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.

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 49m.

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 49m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Reading to Harrogate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Harrogate bus from?

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

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.

Train or bus from Reading to Harrogate?

The best way to get from Reading to Harrogate is to train via London which takes 3h 49m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £130 and takes 9h 33m.

Where does the Reading to Harrogate bus arrive?

Reading to Harrogate bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 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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How do I get a bus ticket from Reading to Harrogate?

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Where can I stay near Harrogate?

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Reading to Harrogate - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and 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 49m
£76–164
Drive 207.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Harrogatecar 207.7 mi
3h 47m
£51–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 240 / ...
9h 33m
£62–128
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
£93–329
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Yorktrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 32m
£128–182
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 22m
£95–355
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 20m
£140–306

Reading to Harrogate by train and subway

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3h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 246.3 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to West Park Church via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 9h 33m.

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