What is the cheapest way to get from Clapham Common (Station) to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Clapham Common (Station) to Reading is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Clapham Common (Station) to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Clapham Common (Station) to Reading is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Clapham Common (Station) and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Clapham Common (Station) to Reading. However, there are services departing from Clapham Common and arriving at Reading RailAir via London Victoria and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Clapham Common (Station) and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Clapham Common (Station) station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Clapham Common station and arriving at Reading via Tottenham Court Road Station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Clapham Common (Station) to Reading?

The distance between Clapham Common (Station) and Reading is 43 miles. The road distance is 42.3 miles.

How do I travel from Clapham Common (Station) to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Clapham Common (Station) to Reading without a car is to subway and train via London Paddington which takes 1h 6m and costs £19 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Clapham Common (Station) to Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Clapham Common (Station) to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Clapham Common (Station) to Reading bus from?

Clapham Common (Station) to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Clapham Common (Station) to Reading train from?

Clapham Common (Station) to Reading train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Clapham Common station.

Train or bus from Clapham Common (Station) to Reading?

The best way to get from Clapham Common (Station) to Reading is to bus which takes 2h 38m and costs £29 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £45 and takes 1h 47m.

Where does the Clapham Common (Station) to Reading bus arrive?

Clapham Common (Station) to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Clapham Common (Station) to Reading train arrive?

Clapham Common (Station) to Reading train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Tottenham Court Road station.

Can I drive from Clapham Common (Station) to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Clapham Common (Station) to Reading is 42 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Clapham Common (Station) to Reading.

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Clapham Common (Station) to Reading - 6 ways to travel via train, and subway

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There are 6 ways to get from Clapham Common (Station) to Reading by subway, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Subway, train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the subway from Clapham Common station to Tottenham Court Road stationsubway Northern
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 6m
£19–70
Drive 42 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Clapham Common (Station) to Readingcar 42 mi
58 min
£11–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h 38m
£30–46
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Clapham Common (Station) to Readingtaxi 42 mi
58 min
£110–140
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Clapham Common station to Tottenham Court Road stationsubway Northern
2. Take the train from Tottenham Court Rd to Readingtrain Elizabeth
1h 32m
£31–71
Train
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
1h 47m
£18–44

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Distance: 42.4 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Clapham Common (Station), Greater London, England and Reading, England?

You can take a bus from Clapham Common to Reading RailAir via Sloane Square, London Victoria, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, South Western Railway operates a train from Clapham Junction to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £16–35 and the journey takes 1h 14m.

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