What is the cheapest way to get from North London to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from North London to Reading is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from North London to Reading?

The fastest way to get from North London to Reading is to subway and train which takes 1h 3m and costs £20 - £70.

Is there a direct train between North London and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from North London station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Caledonian Road station and arriving at Reading via Piccadilly Circus station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from North London to Reading?

The distance between North London and Reading is 42 miles. The road distance is 44.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from North London to Reading without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 3m and costs £20 - £70.

How long does it take to get from North London to Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from North London to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North London to Reading train from?

North London to Reading train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Caledonian Road station.

Where does the North London to Reading train arrive?

North London to Reading train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Piccadilly Circus station.

Can I drive from North London to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between North London to Reading is 45 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from North London to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1467+ hotels available in Reading.

North London to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, car, and taxi

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

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Caledonian Road station to Piccadilly Circus stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 3m
£21–68
Drive 44.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from North London to Readingcar 44.4 mi
1h 5m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from North London to Readingtaxi 44.4 mi
1h 5m
£200–240
Line 29 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hillmarton Road / Camden Road to Tottenham Court Road Stationbus N279 / ...
2. Take the train from Tottenham Court Rd to Readingtrain Elizabeth
1h 42m
£30–58
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Caledonian Road station to Heathrow Terminal 5 stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
1h 50m
£42–78

North London to Reading by subway and train

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Distance: 41.4 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between North London, England and Reading, England?

There is no direct connection from North London to Reading. However, you can take the subway to Piccadilly Circus station, take the subway to Paddington station, walk to London Paddington, then take the train to Reading. Alternatively, you can drive from North London to Reading in around 1h 5m.

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