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

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Central Station to Reading (Station) is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Central Station to Reading (Station) is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £6 - £10.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Terminal 2 and arriving at Reading RailAir. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

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

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow Central Station to Reading (Station). However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Reading via Hayes And Harlington Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Heathrow Central Station to Reading (Station)?

The distance between Heathrow Central Station and Reading (Station) is 30 miles. The road distance is 27.6 miles.

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

The bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAir takes 1h including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Heathrow Central Station to Reading (Station) bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

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

Heathrow Central Station to Reading (Station) train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Hayes And Harlington Station.

Train or bus from Heathrow Central Station to Reading (Station)?

The best way to get from Heathrow Central Station to Reading (Station) is to bus which takes 1h and costs £27 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 1h 4m.

Where does the Heathrow Central Station to Reading (Station) bus arrive?

Heathrow Central Station to Reading (Station) bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Reading RailAir station.

Where does the Heathrow Central Station to Reading (Station) train arrive?

Heathrow Central Station to Reading (Station) train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Central Station to Reading (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Central Station to Reading (Station) is 28 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Heathrow Central Station to Reading (Station).

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
1h
£27–35
Drive 27.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Heathrow Central Station to Reading (Station)car 27.4 mi
32 min
£7–10
Train
1. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain Elizabeth / ...
1h 4m
£14–40
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heathrow Central Station to Reading (Station)taxi 27.4 mi
32 min
£90–110

Heathrow Central Station to Reading (Station) by bus

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Distance: 29.5 mi
Duration: 1h

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

RailAir operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAir every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £27–35 and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Reading every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 35 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route 3 times a day.

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