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

The cheapest way to get from Harlesden to Reading is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Harlesden to Reading is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Harlesden and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Harlesden to Reading. However, there are services departing from St Mary's Road Craven Park Road and arriving at Reading RailAir via Hammersmith Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Harlesden and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Harlesden station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Harlesden station and arriving at Reading via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Harlesden to Reading?

The distance between Harlesden and Reading is 40 miles. The road distance is 38.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harlesden to Reading without a car is to subway and train which takes 55 min and costs £19 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Harlesden to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harlesden to Reading bus from?

Harlesden to Reading bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from St Mary's Road Craven Park Road station.

Where do I catch the Harlesden to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Harlesden to Reading?

The best way to get from Harlesden to Reading is to bus which takes 2h 4m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £19 - £50 and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Harlesden to Reading bus arrive?

Harlesden to Reading bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Hammersmith Bus Station.

Where does the Harlesden to Reading train arrive?

Harlesden to Reading train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Paddington station.

Can I drive from Harlesden to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Harlesden to Reading is 39 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Harlesden to Reading.

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Harlesden to Reading - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Harlesden station to Paddington stationsubway Bakerloo
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
55 min
£20–68
Drive 38.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Harlesden to Readingcar 38.5 mi
47 min
£10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Mary's Road Craven Park Road to Hammersmith Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h 4m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Harlesden to Readingtaxi 38.5 mi
47 min
£480–600
Line 226 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Fairlight Avenue to Haven Green / Ealing Broadwaybus 226
2. Take the train from Ealing Broadway to Readingtrain Elizabeth / ...
1h 25m
£15–47
Train
1. Take the train from Willesden Junction to Richmond NLLtrain Stratford / ...
2. Take the train from Richmond (London) to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
1h 45m
£19–47

Harlesden to Reading by subway and train

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Distance: 40 mi
Duration: 55 min

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

You can take a bus from St Mary's Road Craven Park Road to Reading RailAir via Hammersmith Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Willesden Junction to Reading via Richmond (London) in around 1h 45m.

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