What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Canning Town?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Canning Town is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Canning Town?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Canning Town is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 7m and costs £22 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Canning Town?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Canning Town. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Hermit Road via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Canning Town?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Custom House. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Reading to Canning Town?

The distance between Reading and Canning Town is 45 miles. The road distance is 48.4 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Canning Town without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Canning Town without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 7m and costs £22 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Canning Town?

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Reading to Canning Town, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Canning Town bus from?

Reading to Canning Town bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Canning Town train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Canning Town?

The best way to get from Reading to Canning Town is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 7m and costs £22 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £85 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Reading to Canning Town bus arrive?

Reading to Canning Town bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Canning Town train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Canning Town?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Canning Town is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Reading to Canning Town.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Canning Town?

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Where can I stay near Canning Town?

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There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Canning Town by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Custom Housetrain Elizabeth
1h 7m
£22–64
Drive 48.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Canning Towncar 48.1 mi
1h 18m
£12–17
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 Hermit Roadbus N15
3h 23m
£29–82
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Canning Towntaxi 48.1 mi
1h 18m
£210–260
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Custom Housetrain Elizabeth
1h 18m
£30–65
Train via Waterloo station
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain Reading - London Waterloo
1h 42m
£23–61

Reading to Canning Town by train

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Distance: 45.1 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Canning Town, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Custom House via London Paddington in around 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Hermit Road via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Charing Cross in around 3h 23m.

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