What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to North Shields?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to North Shields is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to North Shields?

The fastest way to get from Reading to North Shields is to train and fly which takes 3h 52m and costs £100 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and North Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Nile Street via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Central Stn Clayton St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and North Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at North Shields via Paddington, King's Cross and Monument. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Reading to North Shields?

The distance between Reading and North Shields is 315 miles. The road distance is 284.8 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to North Shields without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to North Shields without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 15m and costs £110 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Reading to North Shields?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Reading to North Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to North Shields bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to North Shields train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to North Shields?

The best way to get from Reading to North Shields is to train via London which takes 4h 15m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £75 - £120 and takes 10h 3m.

Where does the Reading to North Shields bus arrive?

Reading to North Shields bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to North Shields train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to North Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to North Shields is 285 miles. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Reading to North Shields.

Where can I stay near North Shields?

There are 2014+ hotels available in North Shields.

Reading to North Shields - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Reading to North Shields by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 15m
£111–189
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
4h 5m
£64–283
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
10h 3m
£76–115
Drive 283.2 mi
1. Drive from Reading to North Shieldscar 283.2 mi
5h
£70–101
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 29m
£135–198
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3h 52m
£106–227
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 51m
£71–154
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
6h 13m
£113–368

Reading to North Shields by train, subway, and foot

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4h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 312.9 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Reading, England and North Shields, England?

You can take a train from Reading to North Shields via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Newcastle, and Monument in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Nile Street via Heathrow Terminal 5, Newcastle Coach Station, and Central Stn Clayton St in around 10h 3m.

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