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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Skegness is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Skegness is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Skegness via Paddington, King's Cross and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Reading to Skegness?

The distance between Reading and Skegness is 202 miles. The road distance is 155.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Skegness without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 35m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Reading to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Skegness train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Skegness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Skegness is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Reading to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1870+ hotels available in Skegness.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
4h 35m
£77–164
Drive 154.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Skegnesscar 154.4 mi
3h 29m
£38–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain
8h 52m
£82–118
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Derbytrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain Nottingham - Skegness
5h 55m
£120–173

Reading to Skegness by train and subway

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4h 35mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Skegness via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 4h 35m.

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