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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Newtown is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Newtown is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Newtown?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Newtown station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Newtown?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Newtown. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Newtown (Powys) via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Reading to Newtown?

The distance between Reading and Newtown is 175 miles. The road distance is 150.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Newtown without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Reading to Newtown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Newtown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Newtown train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Newtown?

The best way to get from Reading to Newtown is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £130 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Reading to Newtown bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Newtown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Newtown?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Newtown is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Reading to Newtown.

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

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

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Reading to Newtown - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Newtown 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 Newtown (Powys)train Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 20m
£84–130
Drive 149.5 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Newtowncar 149.5 mi
3h 9m
£37–53
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 Park Streetbus T4
6h 40m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
7h 25m
£62–123

Reading to Newtown by train

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Distance: 173.8 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Newtown, Powys, Wales?

You can take a train from Reading to Newtown (Powys) via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 25m.

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