What is the cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Reading is to line 1 bus and line 850 bus which costs £10 - £12 and takes 3h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £9 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Hemel Hempstead and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Hemel Hempstead to Reading. However, there are services departing from Marlowes and arriving at Reading RailAir via Watford Junction station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Hemel Hempstead and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Hemel Hempstead to Reading. However, there are services departing from Hemel Hempstead and arriving at Reading via Harrow & Wealdstone station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Hemel Hempstead to Reading?

The distance between Hemel Hempstead and Reading is 59 miles. The road distance is 36.8 miles.

How do I travel from Hemel Hempstead to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Reading without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 21m and costs £24 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Hemel Hempstead to Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Hemel Hempstead to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hemel Hempstead to Reading bus from?

Hemel Hempstead to Reading bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Marlowes station.

Where do I catch the Hemel Hempstead to Reading train from?

Hemel Hempstead to Reading train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Hemel Hempstead station.

Where does the Hemel Hempstead to Reading bus arrive?

Hemel Hempstead to Reading bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Watford Junction station.

Where does the Hemel Hempstead to Reading train arrive?

Hemel Hempstead to Reading train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Harrow & Wealdstone station.

Can I drive from Hemel Hempstead to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Hemel Hempstead to Reading is 37 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Hemel Hempstead to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Hemel Hempstead to Reading?

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Hemel Hempstead to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, and subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Hemel Hempstead to Reading by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Hemel Hempstead to Harrow & Wealdstonetrain
2. Take the subway from Harrow & Wealdstone station to Paddington stationsubway
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
1h 21m
£25–71
Drive 36.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hemel Hempstead to Readingcar 36.6 mi
1h 3m
£9–13
Line 322 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Marlowes to Watford Junction stationbus 322
2. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h 38m
£30–42
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hemel Hempstead to Readingtaxi 36.6 mi
1h 3m
£160–200
Line 1 bus, line 850 bus
1. Take the bus from Marlowes to High Wycombe BusStnbus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from High Wycombe BusStn to Friar Streetbus 850
3h 22m
£10–12

Hemel Hempstead to Reading by bus

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Distance: 58.5 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Hemel Hempstead, England and Reading, England?

You can take a bus from Marlowes to Reading RailAir via Watford Junction station and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 2h 38m.

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