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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Llanidloes is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Llanidloes is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Llanidloes?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Llanidloes. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Millennium Garden via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Llanidloes?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Llanidloes. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Caersws via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Reading to Llanidloes?

The distance between Reading and Llanidloes is 189 miles. The road distance is 157.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Llanidloes without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Reading to Llanidloes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Llanidloes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Llanidloes train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Llanidloes?

The best way to get from Reading to Llanidloes is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £120 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £130 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Reading to Llanidloes bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Llanidloes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Llanidloes?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Llanidloes is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Reading to Llanidloes.

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

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Where can I stay near Llanidloes?

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Reading to Llanidloes - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Caerswstrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 38m
£123–183
Drive 157 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Llanidloescar 157 mi
3h 22m
£39–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Herefordtrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Llandrindod Wells Interchange 1bus 461 / ...
3. Take the bus from Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 2 to Millennium Gardenbus T4
7h 20m
Train, bus via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Groebus X75
6h 17m
£71–114
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Millennium Gardenbus 409
7h 50m
£62–128

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Distance: 188.1 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Llanidloes, Wales?

You can take a train from Reading to Llanidloes via Birmingham New Street and Caersws in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Millennium Garden via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 50m.

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