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1 h 54 min
164 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Leicester to Reading

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Cheapest
By car (164 km)
1 h 54 min
164 km.
from $9
Other
Rideshare
1 h 54 min
164 km.
from $6.24
Train via London
1 h 59 min
130 km.
from $79.41
Train
2 h 55 min
130 km.
from $207.96

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Leicester St Margarets bus station to London,
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$26.58

Train operators

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Leicester to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$46.83–$69.62

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
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 Leicester to London,
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$31.64–$44.30

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Leicester to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$40.50–$75.95
Train from Birmingham New Street to Reading
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$189.87

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
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 Leicester to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Reading is to bus via Leicester St Margarets bus station which costs $16.30 - $22.83 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $32.61 - $47.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester to Reading. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Reading. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Reading via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Leicester to Reading?

The distance between Leicester and Reading is 220 km. The road distance is 164.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Reading without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 59m and costs $53.26 - $119.57 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Leicester to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Reading bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Reading train from?

Leicester to Reading train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Reading?

The best way to get from Leicester to Reading is to train via London which takes 1h 59m and costs $53.26 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27.17 - $38.04 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Leicester to Reading bus arrive?

Leicester to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Leicester to Reading train arrive?

Leicester to Reading train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Reading is 165 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Leicester to Reading.

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

Book your Leicester to Reading train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Leicester 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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