What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Charlton?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Charlton is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Charlton?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Charlton is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 8m and costs £24 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Charlton?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Charlton. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Woolwich Dockyard via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Reading to Charlton?

The distance between Reading and Charlton is 48 miles. The road distance is 49.6 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Charlton without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Charlton without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 8m and costs £24 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Charlton?

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Reading to Charlton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Charlton train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Charlton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Charlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Charlton is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Reading to Charlton.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Charlton?

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Where can I stay near Charlton?

There are 21099+ hotels available in Charlton.

Reading to Charlton - 5 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and line 53 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Charlton by train, car, taxi, or bus

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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 Woolwich Dockyardtrain Elizabeth
1h 8m
£24–68
Drive 49.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Charltoncar 49.3 mi
1h 18m
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Charltontaxi 49.3 mi
1h 18m
£140–170
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Woolwich Dockyardtrain Elizabeth
1h 36m
£36–69
Train, line 53 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the bus from Lower Marsh to Charlton Villagebus 53 / ...
2h 22m
£20–42

Reading to Charlton by train

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Distance: 47.8 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Charlton, Greater London, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Woolwich Dockyard via London Paddington in around 1h 8m.

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