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Carlisle to Reading

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Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Luton
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$43.04–$291.13

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Newcastle to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$82.28–$405.05
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Luton
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$202.52
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$56.96–$291.13

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Newcastle to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$569.60
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$329.10
Plane from Ringway Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$354.42
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$430.36
Plane from Newcastle to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.87–$696.18
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.58–$468.34

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$607.57
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$822.76

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$202.52–$822.76
Plane from Newcastle to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.87–$696.18
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.58–$468.34

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Carlisle to Sheffield
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

Megabus UK

Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Gloucester
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$22.78–$31.64

Thames Travel

Phone:
+44 1865 785400
Website:
oxfordbus.co.uk/
Bus from Westgate to Station
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.57–$7.59

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$101.26–$265.81
Train from Carlisle to Haymarket
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$54.43–$164.55
Train from Carlisle to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$55.69–$164.55

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Luton Airport Parkway to London
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$21.52–$44.30

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Luton Airport Parkway to London
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$31.64

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from London Paddington to Reading
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.05–$60.76

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Carlisle Station to London
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.23–$82.28

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–$341.76
Train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Reading
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$41.77–$82.28

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$39.24–$88.60

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60
Train from Carlisle to Haymarket
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$75.95
Train from Carlisle to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$75.95

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$20.25

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–$24.05
Train from London Paddington to Reading
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.66–$32.91

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Reading is to night bus and bus which costs $46.74 - $65.22 and takes 11h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Reading is to drive which takes 4h 57m and costs $92.39 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Carlisle Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Reading. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Reading via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Reading?

The distance between Carlisle and Reading is 467 km. The road distance is 472.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Reading without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs $152.17 - $391.30 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Carlisle to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Reading bus from?

Carlisle to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Carlisle Station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Reading?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Reading is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs $152.17 - $391.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $70.65 and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the Carlisle to Reading bus arrive?

Carlisle to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Carlisle to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Reading is 473 km. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Carlisle to Reading.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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