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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Southwell is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Southwell is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Southwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Southwell. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Park Terrace via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Canal Street and Victoria Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Southwell?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Southwell. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Newark Castle via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Reading to Southwell?

The distance between Reading and Southwell is 175 miles. The road distance is 136.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Southwell without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £90 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Reading to Southwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Southwell bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Southwell train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Southwell?

The best way to get from Reading to Southwell is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £90 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £100 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Reading to Southwell bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Southwell train arrive?

Reading to Southwell train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Reading to Southwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Southwell is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Reading to Southwell.

Where can I stay near Southwell?

There are 1425+ hotels available in Southwell.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Derbytrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to Newark Castletrain Matlock - Cleethorpes / ...
4h 40m
£90–130
Drive 135.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Southwellcar 135.9 mi
2h 38m
£34–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
6h 36m
£52–98
Bus via Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
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 Uk900 / ...
6h 56m
£42–58

Reading to Southwell by train and bus

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4h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 174.1 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Southwell, Nottinghamshire, England?

You can take a train from Reading to The Minster via Derby, Newark Castle, and Trent Bridge in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Park Terrace via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Canal Street, and Victoria Centre in around 6h 36m.

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