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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Northampton is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Northampton is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Northampton Town Centre via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Northampton via Coventry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Reading to Northampton?

The distance between Reading and Northampton is 110 miles. The road distance is 70.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Northampton without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Reading to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Northampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Northampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Northampton?

The best way to get from Reading to Northampton is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Reading to Northampton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Northampton train arrive?

Reading to Northampton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Coventry station.

Can I drive from Reading to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Northampton is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Reading to Northampton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Northampton?

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Reading to Northampton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 850 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Northampton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Coventrytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Coventry to Northamptontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2h 4m
£53–86
Drive 70.5 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Northamptoncar 70.5 mi
1h 29m
£18–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Northampton Town Centrebus Uk905 / ...
3h 45m
£34–46
Line 850 bus, line 300 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Friar Street to High Wycombe BusStnbus 850
2. Take the bus from High Wycombe BusStn to Aylesbury Bus Stnbus 300 / ...
3. Take the bus from Aylesbury Bus Stn to The Pointbus 100
4. Take the bus from The Point to Northampton Bus Interchangebus X6
5h 12m

Reading to Northampton by train

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Distance: 109.7 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Northampton via Coventry in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Northampton Town Centre via Heathrow Terminal 2 and London Heathrow Airport in around 3h 45m.

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