What is the cheapest way to get from Harold Wood to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Harold Wood to Reading is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Harold Wood to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Harold Wood to Reading is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £29 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Harold Wood and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Harold Wood station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Romford Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Regent Street / St James's and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Harold Wood and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Harold Wood to Reading. However, there are services departing from Harold Wood and arriving at Reading via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Harold Wood to Reading?

The distance between Harold Wood and Reading is 55 miles. The road distance is 60.7 miles.

How do I travel from Harold Wood to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Harold Wood to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £29 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Harold Wood to Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Harold Wood to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harold Wood to Reading bus from?

Harold Wood to Reading bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Romford Station.

Where do I catch the Harold Wood to Reading train from?

Harold Wood to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Harold Wood station.

Train or bus from Harold Wood to Reading?

The best way to get from Harold Wood to Reading is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £29 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £140 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Harold Wood to Reading bus arrive?

Harold Wood to Reading bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Regent Street / St James's station.

Where does the Harold Wood to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Harold Wood to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Harold Wood to Reading is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Harold Wood to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Harold Wood to Reading?

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There are 4 ways to get from Harold Wood to Reading by train, bus, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Harold Wood to London Paddingtontrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 27m
£29–83
Drive 60.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Harold Wood to Readingcar 60.3 mi
1h 38m
£15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Romford Station to Regent Street / St James'sbus N15
2. Take the bus from Regent Street / St James's to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
4h 18m
£30–132
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Upminster station to Richmond stationsubway District
2. Take the train from Richmond (London) to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
3h 7m
£35–97

Harold Wood to Reading by train

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Distance: 54.9 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Harold Wood, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Harold Wood to Reading via London Paddington in around 1h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Harold Wood to Reading RailAir via Romford, Romford Station, Regent Street / St James's, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 4h 18m.

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