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Birkenhead to Reading

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Birkenhead, Great Britain → Reading, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Birkenhead to Reading

Composite routes from Birkenhead to Reading

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Transport providers

Ryanair
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easyJet
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British Airways
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Aer Lingus
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Loganair
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Ryanair
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3h 48m
Friday to Sunday
$39.24–$291.13
easyJet
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3h 22m
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$82.28–$341.76
British Airways
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1h 9m
Every day
$63.29–$354.42
Aer Lingus
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3h 45m
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$215.18–$949.33
Loganair
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5h 5m
Monday to Saturday
$253.16–$1,645.51
Avanti West Coast
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Thameslink
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East Midlands Railways
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First Great Western Service
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National Express
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West Midlands Trains
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Cross Country
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TransPennine Express Service
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Northern Rail
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Elizabeth Line
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Transport for Wales
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Avanti West Coast
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1h 38m
Once a week
$48.10–$151.89
00 44 345 528 0253
00 44 345 528 0253
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Thameslink
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33 min
Every 15 minutes
$21.52–$44.30
0345 026 4700
0345 026 4700
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East Midlands Railways
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50 min
Hourly
$16.46–$34.18
03457 125 678
03457 125 678
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First Great Western Service
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1h 28m
Hourly
$35.44–$88.60
+44 3457 000 125
+44 3457 000 125
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National Express
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2h 29m
Once daily
$39.24–$55.69
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
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West Midlands Trains
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1h 45m
Hourly
+44 333 311 0039
+44 333 311 0039
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Cross Country
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1h 36m
Hourly
$69.62–$189.87
0344 736 9123
0344 736 9123
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TransPennine Express Service
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52 min
Hourly
$16.46–$41.77
+44 345 600 1671
+44 345 600 1671
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Northern Rail
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1h 2m
Hourly
$10.13–$13.92
+44 800 200 6060
+44 800 200 6060
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Elizabeth Line
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35 min
Every 30 minutes
$9.49–$24.05
0343 222 1234
0343 222 1234
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Transport for Wales
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2h 3m
Every 4 hours
$43.04–$69.62
03333 211 202
03333 211 202
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Thames Travel
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Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
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Thames Travel
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1h 35m
Hourly
$5.44–$6.96
+44 1865 785400
+44 1865 785400
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Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
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1h 42m
Every 30 minutes
$2.78–$3.92
+44 151 330 6200
+44 151 330 6200
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Reading is to bus which costs $38.04 - $54.35 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Birkenhead and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Birkenhead to Reading. However, there are services departing from Birkenhead and arriving at Forbury Road via High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Birkenhead and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Birkenhead to Reading. 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 Birkenhead to Reading?

The distance between Birkenhead and Reading is 299 km. The road distance is 323.9 km.

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

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

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Birkenhead to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Reading bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Birkenhead to Reading?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Reading is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs $97.83 - $293.48 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $38.04 - $54.35 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Birkenhead to Reading bus arrive?

Birkenhead to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Oxford station.

Where does the Birkenhead to Reading train arrive?

Birkenhead to Reading train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Birkenhead to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead to Reading is 324 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Birkenhead to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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