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

The cheapest way to get from Greenwich to Reading is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greenwich to Reading is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 1m and costs £21 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Greenwich and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Canary Wharf and arriving at Reading. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Greenwich to Reading?

The distance between Greenwich and Reading is 43 miles. The road distance is 47.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greenwich to Reading without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 1m and costs £21 - £65.

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

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

Where do I catch the Greenwich to Reading train from?

Greenwich to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Canary Wharf station.

Where does the Greenwich to Reading train arrive?

Greenwich to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Greenwich to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenwich to Reading is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Greenwich to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1484+ hotels available in Reading.

Greenwich to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and line 188 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Greenwich to Reading by train, car, taxi, or bus

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Canary Wharf to London Paddingtontrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 1m
£21–61
Drive 47.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greenwich to Readingcar 47.6 mi
1h 13m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greenwich to Readingtaxi 47.6 mi
1h 13m
£130–170
Train
1. Take the train from Canary Wharf to Readingtrain Elizabeth
1h 12m
£30–65
Line 188 bus, train
1. Take the bus from National Maritime Museum to Waterloo Station / Tenison Waybus 188 / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
2h 43m
£19–77

Greenwich to Reading by train

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Distance: 43.1 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

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

You can take a train from Canary Wharf to Reading via London Paddington in around 1h 1m.

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