What is the cheapest way to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Reading is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Reading?

The fastest way to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Reading is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £24 - £75.

Is there a direct train between London City Airport (LCY) and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from London City Airport (LCY) to Reading. However, there are services departing from Custom House and arriving at Reading via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from London City Airport (LCY) to Reading?

The distance between London City Airport (LCY) and Reading is 47 miles. The road distance is 50.2 miles.

How do I travel from London City Airport (LCY) to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £24 - £75.

How long does it take to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London City Airport (LCY) to Reading train from?

London City Airport (LCY) to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Custom House station.

Where does the London City Airport (LCY) to Reading train arrive?

London City Airport (LCY) to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from London City Airport (LCY) to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between London City Airport (LCY) to Reading is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from London City Airport (LCY) to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1482+ hotels available in Reading.

Can I share a ride from London City Airport (LCY) to Reading?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between London City Airport (LCY) and Reading. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

London City Airport (LCY) to Reading - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Reading by train, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Custom House to London Paddingtontrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 15m
£25–73
Drive 49.9 mi
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1. Drive from London City Airport (LCY) to Readingcar 49.9 mi
1h 22m
£12–18
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from London City-LCY to Readingrideshare 49.9 mi
1h 22m
Train via Stratford
1. Take the train from London City Airport to Stratford DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the train from Stratford to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
1h 23m
£24–65
Train #2
1. Take the train from Custom House to Readingtrain Elizabeth
1h 39m
£32–74
Train via Waterloo Station
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
2h 13m
£25–76

London City Airport (LCY) to Reading by bus and train

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Distance: 46.7 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between London City Airport (LCY), England and Reading, England?

You can take a bus from London City Airport to Reading via Custom House Station, Custom House, and London Paddington in around 1h 15m.

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