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By car (365 km)
3 h 54 min
365 km.
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3 h 54 min
365 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$26.58

Airlines

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Ringway Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$354.42
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$329.10
Plane from Newcastle to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$569.60

Aer Lingus

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

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Lancaster to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$63.29–$189.87
Train from Lancaster to Haymarket
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$88.60–$240.50
Train from Lancaster to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$139.24

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Lancaster to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h 31m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.44–$50.63

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
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

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Lancaster to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$55.69
Train from Lancaster to Haymarket
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$45.57–$113.92
Train from Lancaster to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.05–$58.23

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Lancaster to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$20.25
Train from Lancaster to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$22.78
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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Reading is to bus which costs $50 - $70.65 and takes 8h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs $70.65 - $108.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster to Reading. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Reading RailAir via The Square Peg, Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Reading. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Reading via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Reading?

The distance between Lancaster and Reading is 357 km. The road distance is 365.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Reading without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 15m and costs $108.70 - $326.09 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Lancaster to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Reading bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Lancaster to Reading?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Reading is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 15m and costs $108.70 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $70.65 and takes 8h 19m.

Where does the Lancaster to Reading bus arrive?

Lancaster to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham station.

Where does the Lancaster to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lancaster to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Reading is 366 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Lancaster to Reading.

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

Book your Lancaster to Reading train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Lancaster to Reading bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1248+ hotels available in Reading. Prices start at $40.55 per night.
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