What is the best way to travel from Birkenhead to Reading?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Buses and Flights for the journey to Reading from Birkenhead. Check between different modes of transportation, look 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 Birkenhead?
You can get to Reading with just $39 by taking a Bus from National Express, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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National Express9h 50m07:00 AMBirkenheadHamilton Square4:50 PMReadingMereoak Park & Ride0Economy
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National Express10h 25m011:55 PMBirkenheadHamilton Square10:20 AMReadingMereoak Park & Ride0Economy
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Merseyrail3h 52m06:19 AMBirkenheadCentral Station10:11 AMReadingCentral Station0Economy
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Merseyrail3h 49m06:49 AMBirkenheadCentral Station10:38 AMReadingCentral Station0Economy
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Merseyrail3h 53m07:18 AMBirkenheadCentral Station11:11 AMReadingCentral Station0Economy
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Merseyrail3h 50m06:52 AMBirkenheadCentral Station10:42 AMReadingCentral Station0Economy
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Eastern Air Lines (2011)4h 45m010:50 AMLiverpool AirportLiverpool Airport3:35 PMLondon Heathrow AirportLondon Heathrow Airport - Central Bus Station0Economy
Cheapest Buses Saturday
Cheapest Trains Saturday
Cheapest Flights Saturday
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National Express9h 50m07:00 AMBirkenheadHamilton Square4:50 PMReadingMereoak Park & Ride0Economy
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National Express10h 25m011:55 PMBirkenheadHamilton Square10:20 AMReadingMereoak Park & Ride0Economy
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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National Express10h 10m06:50 AMBirkenheadHamilton Square5:00 PMReadingMereoak Park & Ride0Economy
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National Express10h 50m011:55 PMBirkenheadHamilton Square10:45 AMReadingMereoak Park & Ride0Economy
Cheapest Buses Monday
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National Express12h 30m06:50 AMBirkenheadHamilton Square7:20 PMReadingMereoak Park & Ride0Economy
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National Express10h 50m011:55 PMBirkenheadHamilton Square10:45 AMReadingMereoak Park & Ride0Economy
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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National Express10h 20m06:50 AMBirkenheadHamilton Square5:10 PMReadingMereoak Park & Ride0Economy
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National Express10h 25m011:55 PMBirkenheadHamilton Square10:20 AMReadingMereoak Park & Ride0Economy
Cheapest Buses Friday
What are the fastest trips from Birkenhead to Reading?
You can get to Reading from Birkenhead in just 3h 49m with a Train from Merseyrail. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Merseyrail3h 49m06:49 AMBirkenheadCentral Station10:38 AMReadingCentral Station0Economy
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Merseyrail3h 50m06:52 AMBirkenheadCentral Station10:42 AMReadingCentral Station0Economy
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Merseyrail3h 52m06:19 AMBirkenheadCentral Station10:11 AMReadingCentral Station0Economy
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Merseyrail3h 53m07:18 AMBirkenheadCentral Station11:11 AMReadingCentral Station0Economy
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Eastern Air Lines (2011)4h 45m010:50 AMLiverpool AirportLiverpool Airport3:35 PMLondon Heathrow AirportLondon Heathrow Airport - Central Bus Station0Economy
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National Express9h 50m07:00 AMBirkenheadHamilton Square4:50 PMReadingMereoak Park & Ride0Economy
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National Express10h 25m011:55 PMBirkenheadHamilton Square10:20 AMReadingMereoak Park & Ride0Economy
Fastest Trains Saturday
Fastest Flights Saturday
Fastest Buses Saturday
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National Express9h 50m07:00 AMBirkenheadHamilton Square4:50 PMReadingMereoak Park & Ride0Economy
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National Express10h 25m011:55 PMBirkenheadHamilton Square10:20 AMReadingMereoak Park & Ride0Economy
Fastest Buses Sunday
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National Express10h 10m06:50 AMBirkenheadHamilton Square5:00 PMReadingMereoak Park & Ride0Economy
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National Express10h 50m011:55 PMBirkenheadHamilton Square10:45 AMReadingMereoak Park & Ride0Economy
Fastest Buses Monday
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National Express10h 50m011:55 PMBirkenheadHamilton Square10:45 AMReadingMereoak Park & Ride0Economy
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National Express12h 30m06:50 AMBirkenheadHamilton Square7:20 PMReadingMereoak Park & Ride0Economy
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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National Express10h 20m06:50 AMBirkenheadHamilton Square5:10 PMReadingMereoak Park & Ride0Economy
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National Express10h 25m011:55 PMBirkenheadHamilton Square10:20 AMReadingMereoak Park & Ride0Economy
Fastest Buses Friday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Birkenhead to Reading
What are the most popular stations in Birkenhead and Reading?
In Birkenhead, you will usually depart from Europa Boulevard, 12 Quays Ferry Terminal or Eastham New Chester Rd, while in Reading you will be arriving at Station Road (Stop SD), Tilehurst Station or University (Redlands Rd), 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 Birkenhead? With 3 connections between 2 Train, Bus and Flight 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 Birkenhead and Reading, you can pay as low as $39 with a Bus from National Express.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 Merseyrail: you will get to Reading in just 3h 49m.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 Birkenhead and Reading are National Express, Merseyrail and Eastern Air Lines (2011), 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 Birkenhead 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 Liverpool or to Lower Earley, and look at flights from Blackpool 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 Birkenhead to Reading?
The most popular companies between Birkenhead and Reading, are National Express, Merseyrail and Eastern Air Lines (2011). Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: National Express
Train companies: Merseyrail
Airlines: Eastern Air Lines (2011)
All you need to know when you travel from Birkenhead to Reading
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Birkenhead 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 Birkenhead to Reading
How can I reach Reading from Birkenhead?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train, Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Reading from Birkenhead.
How far is Reading from Birkenhead?
The distance between Birkenhead and Reading is 159.0 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Birkenhead 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 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 44 kgs, and a flight 63 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Birkenhead to Reading?
You can get to Reading with just $39 by taking a Bus from National Express.
What is the fastest way to get from Birkenhead 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 3h 49m with a Train from Merseyrail.
More routes to Birkenhead and to Reading
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