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

The cheapest way to get from Brentford to Reading is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Brentford to Reading is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Brentford and Reading?

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

Is there a direct train between Brentford and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Brentford to Reading. However, there are services departing from Syon Lane and arriving at Reading via Feltham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Brentford to Reading?

The distance between Brentford and Reading is 31 miles. The road distance is 34 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brentford to Reading without a car is to line 195 bus and train which takes 1h 22m and costs £13 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Brentford to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brentford to Reading bus from?

Brentford to Reading bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Syon Lane station.

Where do I catch the Brentford to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Brentford to Reading?

The best way to get from Brentford to Reading is to bus which takes 1h 24m and costs £27 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £12 - £35 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Brentford to Reading bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brentford to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brentford to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Brentford to Reading is 34 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Brentford to Reading.

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

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Brentford to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, line 195 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 195 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Great West Road / Boston Manor Road to Southall Stationbus 195
2. Take the train from Southall to Readingtrain Elizabeth / ...
1h 22m
£14–42
Drive 33.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brentford to Readingcar 33.8 mi
39 min
£9–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Syon Lane to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
1h 24m
£27–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brentford to Readingtaxi 33.8 mi
39 min
£150–190
Train
1. Take the train from Feltham to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
1h 28m
£13–31

Brentford to Reading by bus and train

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Distance: 30.6 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Syon Lane to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 1h 24m. Alternatively, South Western Railway operates a train from Feltham to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £11–27 and the journey takes 56 min.

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