What is the best way to travel from Leamington Spa to Reading?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Carpool and Trains to Reading from Leamington Spa. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Reading from Leamington Spa?
You can reach Reading with just £17 by taking a Train from CrossCountry, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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National Express3h 42m017:05Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport20:47ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 26/03/2026 17:05:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/03/2026 20:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £58 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 42m
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National Express3h 16m002:25Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport05:41ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 26/03/2026 02:25:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/03/2026 05:41:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 16m
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National Express3h 35m003:40Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport07:15ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 26/03/2026 03:40:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/03/2026 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
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National Express3h 42m004:35Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport08:17ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 26/03/2026 04:35:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/03/2026 08:17:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 42m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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National Express6h 5m011:05Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport17:10ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 27/03/2026 11:05:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/03/2026 17:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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National Express3h 42m017:05Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport20:47ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 27/03/2026 17:05:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/03/2026 20:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 42m
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National Express3h 56m001:15Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport05:11ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 27/03/2026 01:15:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/03/2026 05:11:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 56m
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National Express3h 35m003:40Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport07:15ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 27/03/2026 03:40:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/03/2026 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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National Express3h 26m004:45Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport08:11ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 28/03/2026 04:45:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 28/03/2026 08:11:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 26m
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National Express3h 52m017:15Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport21:07ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 28/03/2026 17:15:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 28/03/2026 21:07:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 52m
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National Express3h 43m006:00Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport09:43ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 28/03/2026 06:00:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 28/03/2026 09:43:00. 50 Economy ticket for £59 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 43m
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National Express3h 55m001:15Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport05:10ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 28/03/2026 01:15:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 28/03/2026 05:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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National Express5h 45m011:05Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport16:50ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 29/03/2026 11:05:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 29/03/2026 16:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
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National Express3h 15m002:25Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport05:40ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 29/03/2026 02:25:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 29/03/2026 05:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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National Express3h 30m003:40Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport07:10ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 29/03/2026 03:40:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 29/03/2026 07:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
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National Express3h 26m004:45Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport08:11ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 29/03/2026 04:45:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 29/03/2026 08:11:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 26m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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CrossCountry1h 6m006:38Leamington SpaCentral Station07:44ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Leamington Spa (United Kingdom) at 31/03/2026 06:38:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/03/2026 07:44:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 6m
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CrossCountry1h 4m009:41Leamington SpaCentral Station10:45ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Leamington Spa (United Kingdom) at 31/03/2026 09:41:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/03/2026 10:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 4m
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CrossCountry1h 9m007:39Leamington SpaCentral Station08:48ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Leamington Spa (United Kingdom) at 31/03/2026 07:39:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/03/2026 08:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 9m
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Chiltern Railways1h 52m006:47Leamington SpaCentral Station08:39ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Chiltern Railways goes from Central Station, Leamington Spa (United Kingdom) at 31/03/2026 06:47:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/03/2026 08:39:00. 50 Economy ticket for £64 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 52m
Cheapest Trains Tuesday
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National Express9h 30m003:45Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport13:15ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 01/04/2026 03:45:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/04/2026 13:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
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National Express3h 42m017:05Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport20:47ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 01/04/2026 17:05:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/04/2026 20:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 42m
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National Express3h 16m002:25Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport05:41ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 01/04/2026 02:25:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/04/2026 05:41:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 16m
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National Express3h 35m003:40Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport07:15ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 01/04/2026 03:40:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/04/2026 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
What are the fastest trips from Leamington Spa to Reading?
You can get to Reading from Leamington Spa in just 1h 4m with a Train from CrossCountry. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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National Express3h 16m002:25Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport05:41ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 26/03/2026 02:25:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/03/2026 05:41:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 16m
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National Express3h 31m005:35Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport09:06ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 26/03/2026 05:35:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/03/2026 09:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 31m
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National Express3h 35m003:40Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport07:15ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 26/03/2026 03:40:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/03/2026 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
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National Express3h 42m017:05Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport20:47ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 26/03/2026 17:05:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/03/2026 20:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £58 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 42m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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National Express3h 35m003:40Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport07:15ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 27/03/2026 03:40:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/03/2026 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
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National Express3h 42m017:05Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport20:47ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 27/03/2026 17:05:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/03/2026 20:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 42m
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National Express3h 42m004:35Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport08:17ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 27/03/2026 04:35:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/03/2026 08:17:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 42m
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National Express3h 56m001:15Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport05:11ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 27/03/2026 01:15:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/03/2026 05:11:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 56m
Fastest Buses Friday
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National Express3h 15m002:25Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport05:40ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 28/03/2026 02:25:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 28/03/2026 05:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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National Express3h 26m004:45Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport08:11ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 28/03/2026 04:45:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 28/03/2026 08:11:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 26m
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National Express3h 43m006:00Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport09:43ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 28/03/2026 06:00:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 28/03/2026 09:43:00. 50 Economy ticket for £59 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 43m
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National Express3h 52m017:15Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport21:07ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 28/03/2026 17:15:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 28/03/2026 21:07:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 52m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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National Express3h 15m002:25Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport05:40ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 29/03/2026 02:25:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 29/03/2026 05:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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National Express3h 26m004:45Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport08:11ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 29/03/2026 04:45:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 29/03/2026 08:11:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 26m
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National Express3h 30m003:40Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport07:10ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 29/03/2026 03:40:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 29/03/2026 07:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
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National Express3h 42m006:00Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport09:42ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 29/03/2026 06:00:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 29/03/2026 09:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 42m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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CrossCountry1h 4m009:41Leamington SpaCentral Station10:45ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Leamington Spa (United Kingdom) at 31/03/2026 09:41:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/03/2026 10:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 4m
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CrossCountry1h 6m006:38Leamington SpaCentral Station07:44ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Leamington Spa (United Kingdom) at 31/03/2026 06:38:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/03/2026 07:44:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 6m
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CrossCountry1h 9m007:39Leamington SpaCentral Station08:48ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Leamington Spa (United Kingdom) at 31/03/2026 07:39:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/03/2026 08:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 9m
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Chiltern Railways1h 52m006:47Leamington SpaCentral Station08:39ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Chiltern Railways goes from Central Station, Leamington Spa (United Kingdom) at 31/03/2026 06:47:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/03/2026 08:39:00. 50 Economy ticket for £64 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 52m
Fastest Trains Tuesday
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National Express3h 16m002:25Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport05:41ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 01/04/2026 02:25:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/04/2026 05:41:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 16m
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National Express3h 35m003:40Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport07:15ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 01/04/2026 03:40:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/04/2026 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
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National Express3h 42m017:05Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport20:47ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 01/04/2026 17:05:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/04/2026 20:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 42m
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National Express3h 42m004:35Birmingham AirportBirmingham Airport08:17ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Birmingham Airport, Birmingham Airport (United Kingdom) at 01/04/2026 04:35:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/04/2026 08:17:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 42m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Leamington Spa to Reading
What are the most popular stations in Leamington Spa and Reading?
In Leamington Spa, you will usually depart from Bus Stop, Upper Parade or Central Station, while in Reading you will be arriving at Central Station, Station North Interchange or West, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Reading from Leamington Spa? With 4 connections between 2 Carpool, Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Leamington Spa and Reading, you can pay as low as £17 with a Train from CrossCountry.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from CrossCountry: you will get to Reading in just 1h 4m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Leamington Spa and Reading are National Express, CrossCountry and Chiltern Railways, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Leamington Spa and Reading is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Warwick or to Lower Earley, and look at flights from Birmingham Airport, and landing at Farnborough Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Leamington Spa to Reading?
The most popular companies between Leamington Spa and Reading, are National Express, CrossCountry and Chiltern Railways. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: National Express
Train companies: CrossCountry and Chiltern Railways
All you need to know when you travel from Leamington Spa to Reading
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Leamington Spa to Reading. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Leamington Spa to Reading
How can I reach Reading from Leamington Spa?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Carpool, Bus and Train, with which you can get to Reading from Leamington Spa.
How far is Reading from Leamington Spa?
The distance between Leamington Spa and Reading is 99.3 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Leamington Spa and Reading?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 3 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 17 kgs, and a flight 24 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Leamington Spa to Reading?
You can get to Reading with just £17 by taking a Train from CrossCountry.
What is the fastest way to get from Leamington Spa to Reading?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Reading in just 1h 4m with a Train from CrossCountry.
More routes to Leamington Spa and to Reading
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Leamington Spa and to Reading. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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