What is the cheapest way to get from Imperial College London to Reading?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Imperial College London to Reading?

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

Is there a direct bus between Imperial College London and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Imperial College London to Reading. However, there are services departing from Royal Albert Hall and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Imperial College London and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Imperial College London station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Gloucester Road station and arriving at Reading via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Imperial College London to Reading?

The distance between Imperial College London and Reading is 39 miles. The road distance is 39.2 miles.

How do I travel from Imperial College London to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Imperial College London to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £18 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Imperial College London to Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Imperial College London to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Imperial College London to Reading bus from?

Imperial College London to Reading bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Royal Albert Hall station.

Where do I catch the Imperial College London to Reading train from?

Imperial College London to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Imperial College London to Reading?

The best way to get from Imperial College London to Reading is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £18 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £35 and takes 2h 3m.

Where does the Imperial College London to Reading bus arrive?

Imperial College London to Reading bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Imperial College London to Reading train arrive?

Imperial College London to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Imperial College London to Reading?

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

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Imperial College London to Reading - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 4m
£18–58
Drive 38.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Imperial College London to Readingcar 38.9 mi
47 min
£10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Albert Hall to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h 3m
£27–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Imperial College London to Readingtaxi 38.9 mi
47 min
£280–350
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from South Kensington station to Ealing Broadway stationsubway District
2. Take the train from Ealing Broadway to Readingtrain Elizabeth / ...
1h 34m
£19–68
Line 345 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Natural History Museum /Cromwell Road to Clapham Junction Stationbus 345
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
2h 10m
£18–42

Imperial College London to Reading by foot and bus

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2h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 38.7 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Imperial College London, England and Reading, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Reading every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £16–30 and the journey takes 38 min. Elizabeth Line (TfL) also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Imperial College London to Reading RailAir via Royal Albert Hall and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 2h 3m.

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