What is the cheapest way to get from West Bromwich to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from West Bromwich to Reading is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Bromwich to Reading?

The fastest way to get from West Bromwich to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between West Bromwich and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from West Bromwich station to Reading. However, there are services departing from West Bromwich Bus Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Birmingham Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between West Bromwich and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from West Bromwich to Reading. However, there are services departing from West Bromwich Central and arriving at Reading via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from West Bromwich to Reading?

The distance between West Bromwich and Reading is 104 miles. The road distance is 100 miles.

How do I travel from West Bromwich to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from West Bromwich to Reading without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £40 - £65.

How long does it take to get from West Bromwich to Reading?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from West Bromwich to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Bromwich to Reading bus from?

West Bromwich to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the West Bromwich to Reading train from?

West Bromwich to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from West Bromwich to Reading?

The best way to get from West Bromwich to Reading is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £40 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the West Bromwich to Reading bus arrive?

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

Where does the West Bromwich to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from West Bromwich to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between West Bromwich to Reading is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from West Bromwich to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from West Bromwich to Reading?

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West Bromwich to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 23m
£40–65
Drive 99.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from West Bromwich to Readingcar 99.4 mi
2h 6m
£25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
4h 59m
£45–67
Train via Worcester
1. Take the train from Smethwick Galton Bridge High Level to Worcester Foregate Streettrain Dorridge - Worcester Foregate Street / ...
2. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Readingtrain Great Malvern - London Paddington / ...
3h 28m
£44–89

West Bromwich to Reading by tram and train

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Distance: 103 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between West Bromwich, England and Reading, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West Bromwich Bus Station to Reading RailAir via Markets, Birmingham Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 4h 59m.

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