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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Wellingborough is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Wellingborough is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Wellingborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Wellingborough. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Church Street Interchange via London Heathrow Airport and Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Wellingborough?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Wellingborough. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Wellingborough via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Reading to Wellingborough?

The distance between Reading and Wellingborough is 104 miles. The road distance is 73.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Wellingborough without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 3m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Reading to Wellingborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Wellingborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Wellingborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Wellingborough?

The best way to get from Reading to Wellingborough is to train via London which takes 2h 3m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £50 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Reading to Wellingborough bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Wellingborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Wellingborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Wellingborough is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Reading to Wellingborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Wellingborough?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Wellingboroughtrain London St Pancras International - Corby / ...
2h 3m
£48–109
Drive 72.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Wellingboroughcar 72.9 mi
1h 41m
£18–26
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 Uk900 / ...
4h 39m
£37–49
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon Withouttrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Wellingboroughtrain London St Pancras International - Corby / ...
2h 22m
£59–107

Reading to Wellingborough by train and subway

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2h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 103.1 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Wellingborough via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Church Street Interchange via Heathrow Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport, Northampton Town Centre, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 4h 39m.

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