What is the best way to travel from Northampton to Reading?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Reading from Northampton. 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 Northampton?
You can reach Reading with just £20 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, 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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FlixBus6h 5m007:30NorthamptonTown Centre13:35ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 07:30:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 13:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus6h 5m007:30NorthamptonTown Centre13:35ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 07:30:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 13:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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West Midlands Trains4h 19m004:51NorthamptonCentral Station09:10ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from Central Station, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 04:51:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 09:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 19m
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West Midlands Trains4h 24m005:21NorthamptonCentral Station09:45ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from Central Station, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 05:21:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 09:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 24m
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West Midlands Trains3h 39m006:15NorthamptonCentral Station09:54ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from Central Station, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 06:15:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 09:54:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 39m
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West Midlands Trains3h 35m007:10NorthamptonCentral Station10:45ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from Central Station, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 07:10:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 10:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
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West Midlands Trains3h 19m007:45NorthamptonCentral Station11:04ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from Central Station, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 07:45:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 11:04:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 19m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
Cheapest Trains Sunday
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FlixBus6h 5m007:30NorthamptonTown Centre13:35ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 07:30:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 13:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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What are the fastest trips from Northampton to Reading?
You can get to Reading from Northampton in just 3h 19m with a Train from West Midlands Trains. 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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FlixBus6h 5m007:30NorthamptonTown Centre13:35ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 07:30:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 13:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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West Midlands Trains3h 19m007:45NorthamptonCentral Station11:04ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from Central Station, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 07:45:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 11:04:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 19m
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West Midlands Trains3h 35m007:10NorthamptonCentral Station10:45ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from Central Station, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 07:10:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 10:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
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West Midlands Trains3h 39m006:15NorthamptonCentral Station09:54ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from Central Station, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 06:15:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 09:54:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 39m
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West Midlands Trains4h 19m004:51NorthamptonCentral Station09:10ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from Central Station, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 04:51:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 09:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 19m
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West Midlands Trains4h 24m005:21NorthamptonCentral Station09:45ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from Central Station, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 05:21:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 09:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 24m
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FlixBus6h 5m007:30NorthamptonTown Centre13:35ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 07:30:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 13:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Fastest Trains Sunday
Fastest Buses Sunday
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FlixBus6h 5m007:30NorthamptonTown Centre13:35ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 07:30:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 13:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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Bus from Northampton to Reading
What are the most popular stations in Northampton and Reading?
In Northampton, you will usually depart from Central Station, Town Centre or London Road/A508, 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 Northampton? With 2 connections between 2 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 Northampton and Reading, you can pay as low as £20 with a Bus from FlixBus.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 West Midlands Trains: you will get to Reading in just 3h 19m.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 Northampton and Reading are West Midlands Trains and FlixBus, 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 Northampton 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 Blisworth or to Lower Earley, and look at flights from Coventry 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 Northampton to Reading?
The most popular companies between Northampton and Reading, are West Midlands Trains and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: West Midlands Trains
All you need to know when you travel from Northampton to Reading
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Northampton 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 Northampton to Reading
How can I reach Reading from Northampton?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Reading from Northampton.
How far is Reading from Northampton?
The distance between Northampton and Reading is 87.1 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Northampton 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 2 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 15 kgs, and a flight 21 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Northampton to Reading?
You can get to Reading with just £20 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Northampton 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 19m with a Train from West Midlands Trains.
More routes to Northampton and to Reading
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Northampton and to Reading. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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