What is the cheapest way to get from Blackfriars Station to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Blackfriars Station to Reading is to rideshare which costs £5 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackfriars Station to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Blackfriars Station to Reading is to subway and train which takes 54 min and costs £18 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Blackfriars Station and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackfriars Station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Aldwych / Bush House and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Blackfriars Station and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Reading. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Blackfriars Station to Reading?

The distance between Blackfriars Station and Reading is 42 miles. The road distance is 43.3 miles.

How do I travel from Blackfriars Station to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Blackfriars Station to Reading without a car is to subway and train which takes 54 min and costs £18 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Blackfriars Station to Reading?

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Blackfriars Station to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackfriars Station to Reading bus from?

Blackfriars Station to Reading bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Aldwych / Bush House station.

Where do I catch the Blackfriars Station to Reading train from?

Blackfriars Station to Reading train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Blackfriars station.

Train or bus from Blackfriars Station to Reading?

The best way to get from Blackfriars Station to Reading is to bus which takes 2h 32m and costs £26 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 1h 43m.

Where does the Blackfriars Station to Reading bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackfriars Station to Reading train arrive?

Blackfriars Station to Reading train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Ealing Broadway station.

Can I drive from Blackfriars Station to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackfriars Station to Reading is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Blackfriars Station to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackfriars Station to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1517+ hotels available in Reading.

Can I share a ride from Blackfriars Station to Reading?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Blackfriars Station and Reading. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Blackfriars Station to Reading - 7 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Blackfriars Station to Reading by subway, train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Blackfriars station to Paddington stationsubway Circle
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
54 min
£19–59
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Readingrideshare 41.3 mi
1h 33m
£5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aldwych / Bush House to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h 32m
£27–32
Drive 43 mi
1. Drive from Blackfriars Station to Readingcar 43 mi
1h 1m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackfriars Station to Readingtaxi 43 mi
1h 1m
£180–230
Subway, train via Ealing Broadway station
1. Take the subway from Blackfriars station to Ealing Broadway stationsubway District
2. Take the train from Ealing Broadway to Readingtrain Elizabeth / ...
1h 37m
£18–51
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
1h 43m
£15–35

Blackfriars Station to Reading by subway and train

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Distance: 42 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Blackfriars Station, England and Reading, England?

You can take a vehicle from Blackfriars Station to Reading RailAir via Aldwych / Bush House and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Reading every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £15–35 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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