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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Swadlincote is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Swadlincote is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Swadlincote?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Swadlincote station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station and Coach Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Swadlincote?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Swadlincote. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Burton-on-Trent via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Reading to Swadlincote?

The distance between Reading and Swadlincote is 138 miles. The road distance is 109.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Swadlincote without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £70 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Reading to Swadlincote, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Swadlincote bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Swadlincote train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Swadlincote?

The best way to get from Reading to Swadlincote is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £70 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £95 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Reading to Swadlincote bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Swadlincote train arrive?

Reading to Swadlincote train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Swadlincote?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Swadlincote is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Reading to Swadlincote.

Where can I stay near Swadlincote?

There are 959+ hotels available in Swadlincote.

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There are 3 ways to get from Reading to Swadlincote by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Burton-on-Trenttrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
3h 6m
£71–100
Drive 108.7 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Swadlincotecar 108.7 mi
2h 30m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
6h 53m
£51–92

Reading to Swadlincote by train and bus

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3h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 137.2 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Bus Station via Birmingham New Street, Burton-on-Trent, Railway Station, and New Street in around 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, and Coach Park in around 6h 53m.

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