What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Lytham St Annes?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Lytham St Annes is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Lytham St Annes?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Lytham St Annes is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Lytham St Annes?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Lytham St Annes. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Lake Road North via Heathrow Terminal 5, Manchester Central Coach Station and Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Lytham St Annes?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Lytham St Annes. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Ansdell & Fairhaven via Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Reading to Lytham St Annes?

The distance between Reading and Lytham St Annes is 217 miles. The road distance is 212.9 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Lytham St Annes without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Lytham St Annes without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 20m and costs £85 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Lytham St Annes?

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Reading to Lytham St Annes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Lytham St Annes bus from?

Reading to Lytham St Annes bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Lytham St Annes train from?

Reading to Lytham St Annes train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Lytham St Annes?

The best way to get from Reading to Lytham St Annes is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 20m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £150 and takes 8h 44m.

Where does the Reading to Lytham St Annes bus arrive?

Reading to Lytham St Annes bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Lytham St Annes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Lytham St Annes?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Lytham St Annes is 213 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Reading to Lytham St Annes.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Lytham St Annes?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Reading to Lytham St Annes?

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Where can I stay near Lytham St Annes?

There are 1982+ hotels available in Lytham St Annes.

Reading to Lytham St Annes - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 20m
£89–138
Drive 211.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Lytham St Annescar 211.7 mi
4h 6m
£53–76
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Millennium Point to Bus Stationbus Uk030
7h 25m
£65–92
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, 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 Prestontrain
5h 13m
£86–322
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
5h 27m
£105–154
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 802
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facilitybus 121 / ...
8h 44m
£74–148
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 Airport to Prestontrain
5h 10m
£109–246

Reading to Lytham St Annes by train

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Distance: 215.5 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Lytham St Annes, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Ansdell & Fairhaven via Birmingham New Street and Preston in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Lake Road North via Heathrow Terminal 5, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Central Coach Station in around 8h 44m.

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