What is the cheapest way to get from Reading (Station) to Leeds?

The cheapest way to get from Reading (Station) to Leeds is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading (Station) to Leeds?

The fastest way to get from Reading (Station) to Leeds is to train via London which takes 3h 10m and costs £75 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Reading (Station) and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Leeds. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Reading (Station) to Leeds?

The distance between Reading (Station) and Leeds is 225 miles. The road distance is 193.8 miles.

How do I travel from Reading (Station) to Leeds without a car?

The best way to get from Reading (Station) to Leeds without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 10m and costs £75 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Reading (Station) to Leeds?

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Reading (Station) to Leeds, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading (Station) to Leeds train from?

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

Where does the Reading (Station) to Leeds train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading (Station) to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading (Station) to Leeds is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Reading (Station) to Leeds.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading (Station) to Leeds?

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Reading (Station) to Leeds - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Reading (Station) to Leeds by train, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
3h 10m
£77–145
Drive 192.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading (Station) to Leedscar 192.7 mi
3h 31m
£48–69
Train, fly to Manchester Airport
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 Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
4h 44m
£83–289
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Leedstrain Reading - Leeds / ...
3h 31m
£90–140
Train #2
1. Take the train from Reading to Sheffieldtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Leedstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 34m
£87–134
Train, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane LHR - LBA
5h 59m
£153–593
Train, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
5h 14m
£92–348

Reading (Station) to Leeds by train and subway

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Distance: 223.3 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Reading (Station), Reading, England and Leeds, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Leeds via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 10m.

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