What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to City of St Albans?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to City of St Albans is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to City of St Albans?

The fastest way to get from Reading to City of St Albans is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and City of St Albans?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to City of St Albans. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Town Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and City of St Albans?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to City of St Albans. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at St Albans City via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Reading to City of St Albans?

The distance between Reading and City of St Albans is 60 miles. The road distance is 44 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to City of St Albans without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to City of St Albans without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 19m and costs £28 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Reading to City of St Albans?

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Reading to City of St Albans, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to City of St Albans bus from?

Reading to City of St Albans bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to City of St Albans train from?

Reading to City of St Albans train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to City of St Albans?

The best way to get from Reading to City of St Albans is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 19m and costs £28 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £40 and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Reading to City of St Albans bus arrive?

Reading to City of St Albans bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to City of St Albans train arrive?

Reading to City of St Albans train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to City of St Albans?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to City of St Albans is 44 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Reading to City of St Albans.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to City of St Albans?

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Where can I stay near City of St Albans?

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Reading to City of St Albans - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Reading to City of St Albans 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 Farringdon to St Albans Citytrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 19m
£28–76
Drive 43.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to City of St Albanscar 43.7 mi
57 min
£11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Town Hallbus 724 / ...
3h 1m
£28–36
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to City of St Albanstaxi 43.7 mi
57 min
£110–140
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon Withouttrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Farringdon to St Albans Citytrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 34m
£39–76
Line 850 bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Friar Street to High Wycombe BusStnbus 850
2. Take the bus from High Wycombe BusStn to Marlowesbus 1 / ...
4h 6m
£11–16

Reading to City of St Albans by train

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Distance: 60.1 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Reading, England and City of St Albans, England?

You can take a train from Reading to St Albans City via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 1h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Town Hall via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 3h 1m.

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