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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Chinatown is to rideshare which costs £3 - £9 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Chinatown is to train via London Paddington which takes 52 min and costs £17 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Chinatown?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Chinatown. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Haymarket / Jermyn Street via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Chinatown?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Tottenham Court Rd. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Reading to Chinatown?

The distance between Reading and Chinatown is 38 miles. The road distance is 41.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Chinatown without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 52 min and costs £17 - £55.

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

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Chinatown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Chinatown train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Chinatown?

The best way to get from Reading to Chinatown is to train via London Paddington which takes 52 min and costs £17 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £33 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Reading to Chinatown bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Chinatown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Chinatown?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Chinatown is 42 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Reading to Chinatown.

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

Book your Reading to Chinatown train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Chinatown?

There are 21979+ hotels available in Chinatown.

Can I share a ride from Reading to Chinatown?

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

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
52 min
£17–54
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Reading to Londonrideshare 40.7 mi
1h 20m
£3–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Haymarket / Jermyn Streetbus N9
2h 35m
£28–32
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Tottenham Court Rdtrain Elizabeth
1h 9m
£26–55
Train #2
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain Reading - London Waterloo
1h 33m
£19–43
Drive 41.3 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Chinatowncar 41.3 mi
58 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Chinatowntaxi 41.3 mi
58 min
£300–370

Reading to Chinatown by train and foot

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Distance: 38.3 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to London Paddington every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £16–30 and the journey takes 37 min. Elizabeth Line (TfL) also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Chinatown via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Haymarket / Jermyn Street in around 2h 35m.

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