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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Whitchurch is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Whitchurch is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Whitchurch?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Whitchurch. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Whitchurch (Shrops) via Birmingham New Street and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Reading to Whitchurch?

The distance between Reading and Whitchurch is 165 miles. The road distance is 149.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Whitchurch without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Reading to Whitchurch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Whitchurch train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Whitchurch train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Whitchurch?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Whitchurch is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Reading to Whitchurch.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitchurch?

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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 Crewetrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 45m
£74–127
Drive 148.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Whitchurchcar 148.3 mi
2h 57m
£37–53
Train, 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
3. Take the train from Crewe to Whitchurch (Shrops)train
5h 22m
£81–309
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
3h 51m
£73–120
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Reading to Herefordtrain London Paddington - Hereford / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Whitchurch (Shrops)train Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 41m
£78–143

Reading to Whitchurch by train

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Distance: 163.8 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Whitchurch, Shropshire, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Whitchurch (Shrops) via Birmingham New Street and Crewe in around 3h 45m.

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