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

The cheapest way to get from Shropshire to Reading is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shropshire to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Shropshire and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Shropshire station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Shropshire and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Shropshire to Reading. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Reading via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Shropshire to Reading?

The distance between Shropshire and Reading is 142 miles. The road distance is 137.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shropshire to Reading without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Shropshire to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shropshire to Reading bus from?

Shropshire to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shropshire to Reading train from?

Shropshire to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Train or bus from Shropshire to Reading?

The best way to get from Shropshire to Reading is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Shropshire to Reading bus arrive?

Shropshire to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Shropshire to Reading train arrive?

Shropshire to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Shropshire to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Shropshire to Reading is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Shropshire to Reading.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 17m
£66–113
Drive 137 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shropshire to Readingcar 137 mi
2h 45m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
5h 37m
£57–105

Shropshire to Reading by bus and train

191Weekly Services

3h 17mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.7 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Reading via The Gateway, Shrewsbury, and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 5h 37m.

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