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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Loughborough is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Loughborough is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at High Street via London Heathrow Airport and St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Loughborough (Leics) via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Reading to Loughborough?

The distance between Reading and Loughborough is 150 miles. The road distance is 112 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Loughborough without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 24m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Reading to Loughborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Loughborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Loughborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Loughborough?

The best way to get from Reading to Loughborough is to train via London which takes 2h 24m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Reading to Loughborough bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Loughborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Loughborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Loughborough is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Reading to Loughborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Loughborough?

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

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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 London St Pancras Intl to Loughborough (Leics)train London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 24m
£73–144
Drive 111.4 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Loughboroughcar 111.4 mi
2h 9m
£28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk900
5h 41m
£40–57
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Derbytrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
3h 7m
£80–113
Bus via Grammar School
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
6h 13m
£48–86

Reading to Loughborough by train and subway

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2h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 149.5 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Loughborough (Leics) via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to High Street via Heathrow Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport, Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station, and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 5h 41m.

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