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How to Travel from

Blackpool to Reading

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Ringway Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$60.76–$354.42
Plane from Liverpool to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
3h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$202.52–$1,075.91

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Liverpool to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
3h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$202.52–$1,075.91

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Liverpool to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$227.84–$1,645.51

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$54.43–$164.55

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Reading
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$56.96–$126.58

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Blackpool to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.52–$31.64
Bus from Manchester, Coach Station to Milton
Ave. Duration:
3h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$49.37
Bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to London,
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$31.64

West Midlands Trains

Phone:
+44 333 311 0039
Website:
westmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Liverpool Lime Street to Smethwick
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Train from Smethwick Galton Bridge High Level to Worcester
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Hourly

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Reading
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$189.87
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$113.92–$329.10

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Blackpool North to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$18.99
Train from Blackpool North to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$17.72
Train from Blackpool North to Huyton
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.02–$16.46

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Hayes to Harlington
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$22.78

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Reading is to bus which costs $65.22 - $97.83 and takes 8h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs $65.22 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Reading. However, there are services departing from Blackpool and arriving at Reading RailAir via Manchester, Coach Station, Milton Keynes Coachway and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Reading. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Reading via Preston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Reading?

The distance between Blackpool and Reading is 351 km. The road distance is 361.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Reading without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 17m and costs $108.70 - $369.57 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Blackpool to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Reading bus from?

Blackpool to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Blackpool station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Reading train from?

Blackpool to Reading train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Reading?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Reading is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 17m and costs $108.70 - $369.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65.22 - $97.83 and takes 8h 53m.

Where does the Blackpool to Reading bus arrive?

Blackpool to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Coach Stn, Chorlton St station.

Where does the Blackpool to Reading train arrive?

Blackpool to Reading train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Reading is 362 km. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Blackpool to Reading.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Blackpool to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1286+ hotels available in Reading. Prices start at $39.24 per night.
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