What is the cheapest way to get from Canterbury West Station to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury West Station to Reading is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 1h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury West Station to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Canterbury West Station to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury West Station and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury West Station station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via London Victoria and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury West Station and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury West Station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Reading via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Canterbury West Station to Reading?

The distance between Canterbury West Station and Reading is 109 miles. The road distance is 103.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury West Station to Reading without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 49m and costs £50 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Canterbury West Station to Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Canterbury West Station to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury West Station to Reading bus from?

Canterbury West Station to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury West Station to Reading train from?

Canterbury West Station to Reading train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury West Station to Reading?

The best way to get from Canterbury West Station to Reading is to train via London which takes 1h 49m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Canterbury West Station to Reading bus arrive?

Canterbury West Station to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury West Station to Reading train arrive?

Canterbury West Station to Reading train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury West Station to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury West Station to Reading is 104 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Canterbury West Station to Reading.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Canterbury West Station to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 49m
£55–130
Drive 103 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Canterbury West Station to Readingcar 103 mi
1h 47m
£25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
4h 46m
£41–74
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Charing Crosstrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2h 43m
£55–131
Train #2
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Charing Crosstrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Tottenham Court Rd to Readingtrain Elizabeth
3h 18m
£64–126

Canterbury West Station to Reading by train and subway

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Distance: 108.4 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Canterbury West Station, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Reading via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Canterbury West Station to Reading RailAir via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 4h 46m.

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