What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Blackfriars Station?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Blackfriars Station is to rideshare which costs £3 - £9 and takes 1h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Blackfriars Station?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Blackfriars Station is to train and subway which takes 52 min and costs £19 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Blackfriars Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Blackfriars Station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Aldwych / Drury Lane via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Blackfriars Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at London Waterloo. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Reading to Blackfriars Station?

The distance between Reading and Blackfriars Station is 42 miles. The road distance is 42.4 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Blackfriars Station without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Blackfriars Station without a car is to train and subway which takes 52 min and costs £19 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Blackfriars Station?

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Reading to Blackfriars Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Blackfriars Station bus from?

Reading to Blackfriars Station bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Blackfriars Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Blackfriars Station?

The best way to get from Reading to Blackfriars Station is to bus which takes 2h 52m and costs £27 - £33. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 1h 43m.

Where does the Reading to Blackfriars Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Blackfriars Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Blackfriars Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Blackfriars Station is 42 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Reading to Blackfriars Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Blackfriars Station?

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Where can I stay near Blackfriars Station?

There are 21199+ hotels available in Blackfriars Station.

Can I share a ride from Reading to Blackfriars Station?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Reading and Blackfriars Station. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Reading to Blackfriars Station - 7 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Reading to Blackfriars Station by train, subway, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the subway from Paddington station to Blackfriars stationsubway Circle
52 min
£19–57
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Reading to Londonrideshare 40.7 mi
1h 35m
£3–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aldwych / Drury Lanebus N9
2h 52m
£28–32
Drive 42.2 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Blackfriars Stationcar 42.2 mi
1h
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Blackfriars Stationtaxi 42.2 mi
1h
£180–220
Train, subway via Ealing Broadway station
1. Take the train from Reading to Ealing Broadwaytrain Elizabeth / ...
2. Take the subway from Ealing Broadway station to Blackfriars stationsubway District
1h 28m
£19–51
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain Reading - London Waterloo
1h 43m
£15–35

Reading to Blackfriars Station by train and subway

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Distance: 42 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Reading, England and Blackfriars Station, England?

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Blackfriars Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Aldwych / Drury Lane in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, South Western Railway operates a train from Reading to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £15–35 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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