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

The cheapest way to get from Stretford to Reading is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stretford to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Stretford and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Stretford to Reading. However, there are services departing from Stretford Mall and arriving at Reading RailAir via Manchester Central Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Stretford and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Stretford to Reading. However, there are services departing from Stretford and arriving at Reading via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Stretford to Reading?

The distance between Stretford and Reading is 184 miles. The road distance is 174.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stretford to Reading without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Stretford to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stretford to Reading bus from?

Stretford to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Stretford to Reading train from?

Stretford to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Stretford to Reading?

The best way to get from Stretford to Reading is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £85 and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Stretford to Reading bus arrive?

Stretford to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Stretford to Reading train arrive?

Stretford to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Stretford to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Stretford to Reading is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Stretford to Reading.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 25m
£77–123
Drive 173.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stretford to Readingcar 173.1 mi
3h 23m
£44–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
6h 1m
£57–82
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
3h 55m
£72–306
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
6h 15m
£228–409
Fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane MAN - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
6h 6m
£107–296
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain
6h 56m
£86–250

Stretford to Reading by bus

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Distance: 183.2 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Stretford, Trafford, England and Reading, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stretford Mall to Reading RailAir via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 6h 1m.

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