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

The cheapest way to get from Deptford to Reading is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Deptford to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Deptford and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Deptford to Reading. However, there are services departing from Deptford Bridge and arriving at Reading RailAir via Trafalgar Square and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Deptford and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Deptford station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Deptford Bridge DLR Station and arriving at Reading via Canary Wharf and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Deptford to Reading?

The distance between Deptford and Reading is 46 miles. The road distance is 46.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Deptford to Reading without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 16m and costs £22 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Deptford to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Deptford to Reading bus from?

Deptford to Reading bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Deptford Bridge station.

Where do I catch the Deptford to Reading train from?

Deptford to Reading train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Deptford Bridge DLR Station.

Train or bus from Deptford to Reading?

The best way to get from Deptford to Reading is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 16m and costs £22 - £70. Alternatively, you can line 453 bus and bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Deptford to Reading bus arrive?

Deptford to Reading bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Trafalgar Square station.

Where does the Deptford to Reading train arrive?

Deptford to Reading train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Canary Wharf DLR Station.

Can I drive from Deptford to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Deptford to Reading is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Deptford to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1478+ hotels available in Reading.

Deptford to Reading - 6 ways to travel via train, line 453 bus, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Deptford to Reading by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Deptford Bridge DLR Station to Canary Wharf DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the train from Canary Wharf to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
1h 16m
£22–70
Drive 46.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Deptford to Readingcar 46.7 mi
1h 11m
£12–17
Line 453 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Deptford Bridge to Trafalgar Squarebus 453
2. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
3h 25m
£29–65
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Deptford to Readingtaxi 46.7 mi
1h 11m
£120–150
Train
1. Take the train from Canary Wharf to Readingtrain Elizabeth
1h 42m
£32–68
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Deptford Bridge to Lower Marshbus 453
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
2h 29m
£19–66

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Distance: 45.6 mi
Duration: 1h 16m

What companies run services between Deptford, Greater London, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Deptford Bridge DLR Station to Reading via Canary Wharf and London Paddington in around 1h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Deptford Bridge to Reading RailAir via Trafalgar Square and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 3h 25m.

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