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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Reading is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Reading is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Reading. However, there are services departing from Sullivan Square and arriving at Salem St opp Manning St via Oak Grove Busway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from North Station station and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Cambridge to Reading?

The distance between Cambridge and Reading is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Reading without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs $2 - $8.

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

The train from North Station to Reading takes 33 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Reading bus from?

Cambridge to Reading bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Sullivan Square station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Reading train from?

Cambridge to Reading train services, operated by MBTA, depart from North Station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Reading?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Reading is to train which takes 33 min and costs $2 - $8. Alternatively, you can bus and line 137 bus, which costs $1 - $5 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the Cambridge to Reading bus arrive?

Cambridge to Reading bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Oak Grove Busway station.

Where does the Cambridge to Reading train arrive?

Cambridge to Reading train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Reading is 12 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Cambridge to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1554+ hotels available in Reading.

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

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best
1. Take the train from North Station to Readingtrain Haverhill Line
33 min
$2–8
Subway, line 137 bus
1. Take the subway from Sullivan Square to Oak Grovesubway Orange Line
2. Take the bus from Oak Grove Busway to Salem St opp Manning Stbus 137
1h 14m
$3–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cambridge to Readingtaxi 12.1 mi
19 min
$40–50
Drive 12.1 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Readingcar 12.1 mi
19 min
$3–4
Bus, line 137 bus
1. Take the bus from Sullivan Square to Oak Grove Buswaybus Orange Line Shuttle
2. Take the bus from Oak Grove Busway to Salem St opp Manning Stbus 137
1h 32m
$2–4

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Distance: 12.3 mi
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Cambridge, MA, USA and Reading, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a train from North Station to Reading hourly. Tickets cost $2–8 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sullivan Square to Salem St opp Manning St via Oak Grove Busway in around 1h 32m.

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