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

The cheapest way to get from Hertfordshire to Reading is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hertfordshire to Reading is to train via London which takes 1h 10m and costs £25 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Hertfordshire and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Hertfordshire to Reading. However, there are services departing from Welwyn Garden City and arriving at Reading via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Hertfordshire to Reading?

The distance between Hertfordshire and Reading is 59 miles. The road distance is 49.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hertfordshire to Reading without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 10m and costs £25 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Hertfordshire to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hertfordshire to Reading train from?

Hertfordshire to Reading train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Welwyn Garden City station.

Where does the Hertfordshire to Reading train arrive?

Hertfordshire to Reading train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Hertfordshire to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Hertfordshire to Reading is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Hertfordshire to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Hertfordshire to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Hertfordshire to Reading by train, car, or taxi

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Welwyn Garden City to King's Crosstrain Cambridge - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
1h 10m
£26–73
Drive 49.4 mi
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1. Drive from Hertfordshire to Readingcar 49.4 mi
1h 15m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hertfordshire to Readingtaxi 49.4 mi
1h 15m
£210–260
Train
1. Take the train from Welwyn Garden City to Moorgatetrain Welwyn Garden City - Moorgate
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Readingtrain Elizabeth
2h 12m
£40–77

Hertfordshire to Reading by train and subway

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1h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 58.5 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

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

You can take a train from Welwyn Garden City to Reading via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 1h 10m.

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