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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Ashington is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £65 - £100 and takes 10h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Ashington is to train via London which takes 4h 39m and costs £110 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Ashington?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Ashington station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Newcastle Coach Station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Ashington?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Ashington. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Ashington via Paddington, King's Cross and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Reading to Ashington?

The distance between Reading and Ashington is 326 miles. The road distance is 297.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Ashington without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 39m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Reading to Ashington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Ashington bus from?

Reading to Ashington bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Ashington train from?

Reading to Ashington train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Ashington?

The best way to get from Reading to Ashington is to train via London which takes 4h 39m and costs £110 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £80 - £130 and takes 9h 57m.

Where does the Reading to Ashington bus arrive?

Reading to Ashington bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Ashington train arrive?

Reading to Ashington train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Ashington?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Ashington is 297 miles. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Reading to Ashington.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 39m
£113–196
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10
10h 12m
£68–99
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 815
9h 57m
£82–127
Drive 295.7 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Ashingtoncar 295.7 mi
5h 14m
£74–106
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Ashingtontrain
4h 42m
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 43m
£137–204
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Ashingtontrain
5h 28m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h 35m
£115–385
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h 43m
£141–458

Reading to Ashington by train and subway

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Distance: 324.3 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Ashington, Northumberland, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Ashington via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Newcastle in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Ashington via Heathrow Terminal 5, Newcastle Coach Station, and Newcastle in around 9h 57m.

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