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

The cheapest way to get from Braintree to Reading is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Braintree to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Braintree and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Braintree to Reading. However, there are services departing from Rue De Jeunes and arriving at Reading RailAir via Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Braintree and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Braintree to Reading. However, there are services departing from Braintree and arriving at Reading via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Braintree to Reading?

The distance between Braintree and Reading is 85 miles. The road distance is 90.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Braintree to Reading without a car is to train which takes 2h and costs £40 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Braintree to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Braintree to Reading bus from?

Braintree to Reading bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Rue De Jeunes station.

Where do I catch the Braintree to Reading train from?

Braintree to Reading train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Braintree station.

Train or bus from Braintree to Reading?

The best way to get from Braintree to Reading is to train which takes 2h and costs £40 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Braintree to Reading bus arrive?

Braintree to Reading bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Braintree to Reading train arrive?

Braintree to Reading train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Braintree to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Braintree to Reading is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Braintree to Reading.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Braintree to Stratford (London)train Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2h
£42–98
Drive 90.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Braintree to Readingcar 90.4 mi
1h 54m
£22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rue De Jeunes to Coach Stationbus X20
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
3h 58m
£39–63
Train via London
1. Take the train from Braintree to London Liverpool Streettrain Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Readingtrain Elizabeth
2h 27m
£50–99
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Waterloo Stationbus A8
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
4h 18m
£26–61

Braintree to Reading by train

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Distance: 84.8 mi
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Braintree, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Braintree to Reading via Stratford and London Paddington in around 2h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rue De Jeunes to Reading RailAir via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 3h 58m.

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