What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Barking (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Barking (Station) is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Barking (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Barking (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Barking (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Barking (Station) station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Barking Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Barking (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Barking (Station) station. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Barking station via Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Reading to Barking (Station)?

The distance between Reading and Barking (Station) is 48 miles. The road distance is 52.2 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Barking (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Barking (Station) without a car is to train and subway via London Paddington which takes 1h 28m and costs £24 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Barking (Station)?

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Reading to Barking (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Barking (Station) bus from?

Reading to Barking (Station) bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Barking (Station) train from?

Reading to Barking (Station) train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Barking (Station) bus arrive?

Reading to Barking (Station) bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Barking (Station) train arrive?

Reading to Barking (Station) train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Barking (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Barking (Station) is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Reading to Barking (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Barking (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Barking (Station)?

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Reading to Barking (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Barking (Station) by train, subway, bus, or car

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Train, subway via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the subway from Paddington to Barking stationsubway Hammersmith & City
1h 28m
£25–81
Drive 51.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Barking (Station)car 51.9 mi
1h 22m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Charing Crossbus N9
3. Take the bus from Charing Cross to Barking Stationbus N15
3h 43m
£29–102
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Reading to Ealing Broadwaytrain Elizabeth / ...
2. Take the subway from Ealing Broadway station to Barking stationsubway District
1h 57m
£27–94
Train, subway via Richmond (London)
1. Take the train from Reading to Richmond (London)train Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the subway from Richmond station to Barking stationsubway District
2h 15m
£28–79

Reading to Barking (Station) by train and subway

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Distance: 47.8 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Barking (Station), England?

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Barking Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Charing Cross in around 3h 43m.

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