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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Leek is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Leek is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Leek?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Leek station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport and bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Leek?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Leek. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Reading to Leek?

The distance between Reading and Leek is 157 miles. The road distance is 145.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Leek without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £80 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Reading to Leek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Leek bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Leek train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Leek?

The best way to get from Reading to Leek is to train which takes 4h and costs £80 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £65 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Reading to Leek bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Leek train arrive?

Reading to Leek train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stoke-on-Trent station.

Can I drive from Reading to Leek?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Leek is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Reading to Leek.

Where can I stay near Leek?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Stoke-on-Trenttrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h
£82–111
Drive 144.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Leekcar 144.4 mi
2h 59m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Stoke-on-Trentbus Uk980 / ...
6h 32m
£46–63
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train, bus
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 Piccadilly to Stoke-on-Trenttrain
4. Take the bus from bus station to Bus Stationbus
5h 12m
£90–324
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, 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 Piccadilly to Stoke-on-Trenttrain
5h 10m
£115–252

Reading to Leek by train and bus

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Distance: 155.8 mi
Duration: 4h

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Stoke-on-Trent hourly. Tickets cost £75–110 and the journey takes 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport, and bus station in around 6h 32m.

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