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

The cheapest way to get from Chatham to Reading is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chatham to Reading is to train via London which takes 1h 46m and costs £35 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Chatham and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Chatham to Reading. However, there are services departing from Chatham and arriving at Reading via Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Chatham to Reading?

The distance between Chatham and Reading is 73 miles. The road distance is 73.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chatham to Reading without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 46m and costs £35 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Chatham to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Reading train from?

Chatham to Reading train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Chatham station.

Where does the Chatham to Reading train arrive?

Chatham to Reading train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Chatham to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Chatham to Reading is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Chatham to Reading.

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

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Chatham to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Chatham to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Stratford to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
1h 46m
£38–94
Drive 73.3 mi
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1. Drive from Chatham to Readingcar 73.3 mi
1h 46m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Chatham to Abbey Wood (London)train Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Readingtrain Elizabeth
2h 26m
£46–97
Train #2
1. Take the train from Chatham to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
2h 54m
£36–80

Chatham to Reading by train

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1h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 72.4 mi
Duration: 1h 46m

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

You can take a train from Chatham to Reading via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford, and London Paddington in around 1h 46m.

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