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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Reading is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Reading is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Derby Bus Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Derby and arriving at Reading. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Derby to Reading?

The distance between Derby and Reading is 133 miles. The road distance is 125.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Reading without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £55 - £85.

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

The train from Derby to Reading takes 2h 11m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Derby to Reading bus from?

Derby to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Derby Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Derby to Reading train from?

Derby to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Derby to Reading?

The best way to get from Derby to Reading is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £55 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £40 - £60 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Derby to Reading bus arrive?

Derby to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Derby to Reading train arrive?

Derby to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Derby to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Reading is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Derby to Reading.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Derby to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Derby to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2h 11m
£55–85
Drive 125.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Derby to Readingcar 125.1 mi
2h 26m
£31–45
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Derby Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Ukn02
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
4h 4m
£43–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
6h 1m
£51–71

Derby to Reading by train

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Distance: 131.7 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Derby, England and Reading, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Reading every 3 hours. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 2h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Derby Bus Station to Reading RailAir via London Heathrow Airport and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 4h 4m.

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