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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Reading to Bury St Edmunds

Composite routes from Reading to Bury St Edmunds

Cheapest
2 h
Car
189 km.
from $10
Other
3 h 21 min
144 km.
from $90.96
4 h 6 min
144 km.
from $130.92

Transport providers

Train operators

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from King's Cross to Cambridge
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$40.50–$82.28
Train from Farringdon to Cambridge
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$43.04–$88.60

First Great Western Service

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

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Mildenhall
Ave. Duration:
3h 12m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$31.64–$44.30

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Reading to London
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$32.91
Train from Reading to Farringdon
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$36.71

Great Northern

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
greatnorthernrail.com/
Train from King's Cross to Cambridge
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$32.91–$45.57

Greater Anglia

Email:
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Cambridge to Bury
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$26.58

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Bury St Edmunds?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Bury St Edmunds is to bus which costs $30.43 - $43.48 and takes 5h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Bury St Edmunds?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Bury St Edmunds is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Bury St Edmunds?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Bury St Edmunds station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Bus Station via London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Bury St Edmunds?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Bury St Edmunds. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Bury St Edmunds via Paddington station, King's Cross and Cambridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Reading to Bury St Edmunds?

The distance between Reading and Bury St Edmunds is 198 km. The road distance is 189.5 km.

How do I travel from Reading to Bury St Edmunds without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Bury St Edmunds without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 21m and costs $54.35 - $152.17 .

How long does it take to get from Reading to Bury St Edmunds?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Reading to Bury St Edmunds, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Bury St Edmunds bus from?

Reading to Bury St Edmunds bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Bury St Edmunds train from?

Reading to Bury St Edmunds train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Bury St Edmunds?

The best way to get from Reading to Bury St Edmunds is to train via London which takes 3h 21m and costs $54.35 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30.43 - $43.48 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Reading to Bury St Edmunds bus arrive?

Reading to Bury St Edmunds bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Mildenhall station.

What is the time difference between Reading and Bury St Edmunds?

It is currently 05:12 at both, Reading and Bury St Edmunds.

Where does the Reading to Bury St Edmunds train arrive?

Reading to Bury St Edmunds train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Bury St Edmunds?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Bury St Edmunds is 190 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Reading to Bury St Edmunds.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Bury St Edmunds?

Book your Reading to Bury St Edmunds train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bury St Edmunds?

There are 370+ hotels available in Bury St Edmunds. Prices start at $54.63 per night.
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