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

The cheapest way to get from Barnes to Reading is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnes to Reading is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Barnes and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnes station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Kew Bridge Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Barnes and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barnes and arriving at Reading. Services depart five times a day, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Barnes to Reading?

The distance between Barnes and Reading is 43 miles. The road distance is 37.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnes to Reading without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 11m and costs £20 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Barnes to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnes to Reading bus from?

Barnes to Reading bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Kew Bridge Station.

Where do I catch the Barnes to Reading train from?

Barnes to Reading train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Barnes station.

Train or bus from Barnes to Reading?

The best way to get from Barnes to Reading is to bus which takes 1h 58m and costs £27 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 1h 12m.

Where does the Barnes to Reading bus arrive?

Barnes to Reading bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Barnes to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnes to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnes to Reading is 37 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Barnes to Reading.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Barnes to Reading?

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Barnes to Reading - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Barnes to Reading by subway, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Putney Bridge station to Paddington stationsubway District
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 11m
£21–77
Drive 37.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnes to Readingcar 37.2 mi
47 min
£10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kew Bridge Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
1h 58m
£28–34
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnes to Readingtaxi 37.2 mi
47 min
£150–180
Train
1. Take the train from Barnes to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
1h 12m
£15–35
Train via Richmond (London)
1. Take the train from Richmond (London) to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
1h 32m
£14–37

Barnes to Reading by bus, subway, and train

1320Weekly Services

1h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 42.6 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Barnes, Greater London, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Barnes Bridge to Reading RailAir via Kew Bridge, Kew Bridge Station, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 1h 58m. Alternatively, South Western Railway operates a train from Barnes to Reading 5 times a day. Tickets cost £15–35 and the journey takes 1h 12m.

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