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How to Travel from

Glasgow to Reading

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Thirteen ways to Travel from Glasgow to Reading

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Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Glasgow Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Friday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$40.50–$291.13

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Glasgow Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$265.81–$1,265.78

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Glasgow Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$39.24–$303.79
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Luton
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$55.69–$215.18
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$177.21
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$63.29–$151.89

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$430.36
Plane from Glasgow Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.26–$341.76
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$329.10

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$822.76
Plane from Glasgow Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$101.26–$1,075.91

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$202.52–$822.76

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to London
Ave. Duration:
4h 38m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$215.18–$493.65
Train from Glasgow Central to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$101.26–$265.81
Train from Preston to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$16.46–$94.93

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 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
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from London Paddington to Reading
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.05–$60.76
Train from Gatwick Airport to Reading
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Reading
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$56.96–$126.58

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to London
Ave. Duration:
8h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$69.62–$101.26

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$113.92–$341.76
Train from Birmingham New Street to Reading
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$189.87
Train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Reading
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$41.77–$82.28

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$126.58
Train from Preston to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$39.24

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92

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
Train from Hayes to Harlington
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$24.05

Bus operators

Megabus UK

Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Navigation
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.64–$44.30
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Navigation
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$94.93–$139.24
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$21.52

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Reading is to bus which costs $59.78 - $86.96 and takes 9h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Reading is to fly and train which takes 3h 47m and costs $59.78 - $239.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Reading. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Reading via Euston Square station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Reading?

The distance between Glasgow and Reading is 702 km. The road distance is 625.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Reading without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs $195.65 - $478.26 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Glasgow to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Reading bus from?

Glasgow to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Glasgow to Reading?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Reading is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs $195.65 - $478.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59.78 - $86.96 and takes 9h 39m.

Where does the Glasgow to Reading bus arrive?

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

Where does the Glasgow to Reading train arrive?

Glasgow to Reading train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Reading is 625 km. It takes approximately 6h 29m to drive from Glasgow to Reading.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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