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

The cheapest way to get from Whitchurch to Reading is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitchurch to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Whitchurch and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Whitchurch to Reading. However, there are services departing from Whitchurch (Shrops) and arriving at Reading via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Whitchurch to Reading?

The distance between Whitchurch and Reading is 160 miles. The road distance is 149.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitchurch to Reading without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £60 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Whitchurch to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitchurch to Reading train from?

Whitchurch to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Whitchurch (Shrops) station.

Where does the Whitchurch to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitchurch to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitchurch to Reading is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Whitchurch to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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There are 5 ways to get from Whitchurch to Reading by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Whitchurch (Shrops) to Birmingham New Streettrain Crewe - Birmingham International
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 39m
£61–98
Drive 148.5 mi
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1. Drive from Whitchurch to Readingcar 148.5 mi
2h 57m
£38–54
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Whitchurch (Shrops) to Crewetrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
4h 59m
£79–317
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Crewe to Birmingham New Streettrain Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 40m
£60–112
Train via Shrewsbury
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 44m
£58–110

Whitchurch to Reading by train

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Distance: 159.2 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a train from Whitchurch (Shrops) to Reading via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 39m.

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