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

The cheapest way to get from Ashford to Reading is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ashford to Reading is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Ashford and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashford to Reading. However, there are services departing from War Memorial and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 4 and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Ashford and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ashford (Surrey) and arriving at Reading. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Ashford to Reading?

The distance between Ashford and Reading is 26 miles. The road distance is 26.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ashford to Reading without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £9 - £20.

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

The train from Ashford (Surrey) to Reading takes 51 min including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Ashford to Reading bus from?

Ashford to Reading bus services, operated by White Bus Services, depart from War Memorial station.

Where do I catch the Ashford to Reading train from?

Ashford to Reading train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Ashford (Surrey) station.

Train or bus from Ashford to Reading?

The best way to get from Ashford to Reading is to train which takes 51 min and costs £9 - £20. Alternatively, you can line 555 bus and bus, which costs £28 - £40 and takes 1h 24m.

Where does the Ashford to Reading bus arrive?

Ashford to Reading bus services, operated by White Bus Services, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 4 station.

Where does the Ashford to Reading train arrive?

Ashford to Reading train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Ashford to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashford to Reading is 27 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Ashford to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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There are 5 ways to get from Ashford to Reading by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ashford (Surrey) to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
51 min
£9–20
Drive 26.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ashford to Readingcar 26.7 mi
39 min
£7–10
Line 555 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from War Memorial to Heathrow Terminal 4bus 555
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
1h 24m
£28–35
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashford to Readingtaxi 26.7 mi
39 min
£120–150
Train via Staines
1. Take the train from Staines to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading / ...
1h 20m
£9–20

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Distance: 25.7 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Ashford, Surrey, England and Reading, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Ashford (Surrey) to Reading once a week. Tickets cost £9–20 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from War Memorial to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 4 and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 1h 24m.

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