What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Reading is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport to Reading. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport South Terminal and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Reading?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Reading is 52 miles. The road distance is 54.7 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £23 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Reading?

The train from Gatwick Airport to Reading takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Reading bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Reading train from?

Gatwick Airport to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Reading?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Reading is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £23 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £40 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Reading bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport T5 - station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Reading is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Reading?

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There are 3 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Reading by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
1h 28m
£23–45
Drive 54.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Readingcar 54.3 mi
1h 6m
£14–20
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1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to London Heathrow Airport T5 -bus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
1h 50m
£29–37

Gatwick Airport to Reading by train

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Distance: 51.7 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Reading, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Gatwick Airport to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 1h 50m.

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