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

The cheapest way to get from Farnborough (Station) to Reading is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Farnborough (Station) to Reading is to drive which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £8.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Farnborough (Station) station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Main Rail Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Frimley station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Farnborough North and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Farnborough (Station) to Reading?

The distance between Farnborough (Station) and Reading is 17 miles. The road distance is 20.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Farnborough (Station) to Reading without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs £6 - £12.

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

The train from Farnborough North to Reading takes 27 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Farnborough (Station) to Reading bus services, operated by Newbury & District, depart from Frimley station.

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

Farnborough (Station) to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Farnborough North station.

Train or bus from Farnborough (Station) to Reading?

The best way to get from Farnborough (Station) to Reading is to train which takes 43 min and costs £6 - £12. Alternatively, you can line 730 bus and bus, which costs and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Farnborough (Station) to Reading bus arrive?

Farnborough (Station) to Reading bus services, operated by Newbury & District, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Farnborough (Station) to Reading train arrive?

Farnborough (Station) to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Farnborough (Station) to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Farnborough (Station) to Reading is 20 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Farnborough (Station) to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Farnborough (Station) to Reading?

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Farnborough (Station) to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 730 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Farnborough (Station) to Reading by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Farnborough North to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
43 min
£6–12
Line 730 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Frimley station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 730
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
1h 59m
Drive 20.3 mi
1. Drive from Farnborough (Station) to Readingcar 20.3 mi
27 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Farnborough (Station) to Readingtaxi 20.3 mi
27 min
£90–110

Farnborough (Station) to Reading by foot and train

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Distance: 16.5 mi
Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between Farnborough (Station), England and Reading, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Farnborough North to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £6–12 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main Rail Station to Reading RailAir via Frimley station and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 1h 59m.

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