What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £60 - £90 and takes 9h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne is to train and fly which takes 3h 38m and costs £60 - £280.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Newcastle upon Tyne?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Newcastle Coach Station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Newcastle upon Tyne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The distance between Reading and Newcastle upon Tyne is 309 miles. The road distance is 280.7 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 6m and costs £110 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne bus from?

Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne train from?

Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The best way to get from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne is to train via London which takes 4h 6m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £75 - £120 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne bus arrive?

Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne train arrive?

Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Farringdon Without station.

Can I drive from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne is 281 miles. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne?

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Where can I stay near Newcastle upon Tyne?

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Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 8 ways to get from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon Withouttrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 6m
£116–189
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3h 38m
£61–278
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 815
8h 49m
£76–115
Drive 279.1 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Newcastle upon Tynecar 279.1 mi
4h 55m
£70–101
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 42m
£130–200
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10
9h 10m
£62–88
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h 24m
£68–154
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
5h 34m
£104–373

Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne by train and subway

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Distance: 307.5 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Newcastle upon Tyne, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Newcastle via Farringdon Without, Farringdon station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 4h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Newcastle Coach Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 8h 49m.

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