What is the cheapest way to get from Barking to Reading (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Barking to Reading (Station) is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barking to Reading (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Barking to Reading (Station) is to train which takes 58 min and costs £23 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Barking and Reading (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Barking to Reading (Station). However, there are services departing from Ilford and arriving at Reading via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Barking to Reading (Station)?

The distance between Barking and Reading (Station) is 48 miles. The road distance is 52.5 miles.

How do I travel from Barking to Reading (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Barking to Reading (Station) without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs £23 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Barking to Reading (Station)?

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Barking to Reading (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barking to Reading (Station) train from?

Barking to Reading (Station) train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Ilford station.

Where does the Barking to Reading (Station) train arrive?

Barking to Reading (Station) train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Barking to Reading (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Barking to Reading (Station) is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Barking to Reading (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Barking to Reading (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Reading (Station)?

There are 1515+ hotels available in Reading (Station).

Barking to Reading (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 23 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Barking to Reading (Station) by train, bus, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ilford to London Paddingtontrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
58 min
£23–72
Drive 52.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barking to Reading (Station)car 52.2 mi
1h 22m
£14–19
Bus, line 23 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Barking Town Centre to Regent Street / St James'sbus N15
2. Take the bus from Regent Street / St James's to Paddington Stationbus 23
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
1h 52m
£18–119
Subway, train via Ealing Broadway station
1. Take the subway from Barking station to Ealing Broadway stationsubway District
2. Take the train from Ealing Broadway to Readingtrain Elizabeth / ...
2h 7m
£23–56
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Barking station to Richmond stationsubway District
2. Take the train from Richmond (London) to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
2h 33m
£23–37

Barking to Reading (Station) by train

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Distance: 47.4 mi
Duration: 58 min

What companies run services between Barking, England and Reading (Station), Reading, England?

You can take a train from Ilford to Reading via London Paddington in around 58 min.

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