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Composite routes from Liverpool to Reading

Cheapest
3 h 25 min
Car
316 km.
from $17

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Liverpool to Luton
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$36.71–$253.16

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Liverpool to Luton
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.59–$303.79

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 Liverpool to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
3h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$215.18–$949.33

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Liverpool to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
3h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$215.18–$949.33

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Liverpool to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$253.16–$1,645.51

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$48.10–$151.89
Train from Chester to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$46.83–$151.89

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 Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$34.18
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
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 Birkenhead to Oxford
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.24–$55.69

West Midlands Trains

Phone:
+44 333 311 0039
Email:
Website:
westmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly

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

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$41.77

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.13–$13.92

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

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Chester to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$43.04–$69.62

Bus operators

Thames Travel

Phone:
+44 1865 785400
Website:
oxfordbus.co.uk/
Bus from High Street to Forbury
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.44–$6.96

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Reading (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Reading (Station) is to bus which costs $40.22 - $59.78 and takes 5h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Liverpool to Reading (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Reading (Station) is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Reading (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Liverpool to Reading (Station). However, there are services departing from Whitechapel and arriving at Forbury Road via Birkenhead and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Reading (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Liverpool to Reading (Station). However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Reading via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Liverpool to Reading (Station)?

The distance between Liverpool and Reading (Station) is 299 km. The road distance is 316.2 km.

How do I travel from Liverpool to Reading (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Reading (Station) without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs $97.83 - $293.48 .

How long does it take to get from Liverpool to Reading (Station)?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Liverpool to Reading (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Reading (Station) bus from?

Liverpool to Reading (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birkenhead station.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Reading (Station) train from?

Liverpool to Reading (Station) train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Liverpool to Reading (Station)?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Reading (Station) is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs $97.83 - $293.48 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40.22 - $59.78 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Liverpool to Reading (Station) bus arrive?

Liverpool to Reading (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Oxford station.

Where does the Liverpool to Reading (Station) train arrive?

Liverpool to Reading (Station) train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to Reading (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Reading (Station) is 316 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Liverpool to Reading (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Liverpool to Reading (Station)?

Book your Liverpool to Reading (Station) train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Reading (Station)?

There are 1245+ hotels available in Reading (Station). Prices start at $40.55 per night.
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