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

The cheapest way to get from Stowmarket to Reading is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stowmarket to Reading is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £55 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Stowmarket and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Stowmarket to Reading. However, there are services departing from Stowmarket and arriving at Reading via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Stowmarket to Reading?

The distance between Stowmarket and Reading is 121 miles. The road distance is 125.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stowmarket to Reading without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Stowmarket to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stowmarket to Reading train from?

Stowmarket to Reading train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Stowmarket station.

Where does the Stowmarket to Reading train arrive?

Stowmarket to Reading train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Stowmarket to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Stowmarket to Reading is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Stowmarket to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Stowmarket to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 344 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stowmarket to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2h 15m
£58–125
Drive 125 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stowmarket to Readingcar 125 mi
2h 26m
£31–45
Train via London
1. Take the train from Stowmarket to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Readingtrain Elizabeth
2h 44m
£69–125
Train, line 344 bus
1. Take the train from Stowmarket to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Liverpool Street Station to Vauxhall Bus Stationbus 344
3. Take the train from Vauxhall to Readingtrain
3h 40m
£56–97

Stowmarket to Reading by train

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2h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 120.4 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a train from Stowmarket to Reading via Stratford and London Paddington in around 2h 15m.

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