What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Old Trafford?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Old Trafford is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Old Trafford?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Old Trafford is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Old Trafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Old Trafford. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Warwick Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Old Trafford?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Old Trafford. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Exchange Quay via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Reading to Old Trafford?

The distance between Reading and Old Trafford is 184 miles. The road distance is 175.1 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Old Trafford without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Old Trafford without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £95 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Old Trafford?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Reading to Old Trafford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Old Trafford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Old Trafford train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Old Trafford?

The best way to get from Reading to Old Trafford is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £95 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £140 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Reading to Old Trafford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Old Trafford train arrive?

Reading to Old Trafford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Reading to Old Trafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Old Trafford is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Reading to Old Trafford.

Where can I stay near Old Trafford?

There are 3614+ hotels available in Old Trafford.

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There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Old Trafford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 50m
£98–137
Drive 174.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Old Traffordcar 174.1 mi
3h 25m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
7h 5m
£68–135
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
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
3h 44m
£68–292
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3h 41m
£98–213

Reading to Old Trafford by train, tram, and foot

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Distance: 182.5 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Old Trafford, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £95–140 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Old Trafford via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, and Warwick Road in around 7h 5m.

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