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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Coulsdon is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Coulsdon is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Coulsdon?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Coulsdon. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Coulsdon Library via Heathrow Terminal 5, Gatwick South Terminal and Redhill Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Coulsdon?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Coulsdon. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Coulsdon South via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Reading to Coulsdon?

The distance between Reading and Coulsdon is 53 miles. The road distance is 44.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Coulsdon without a car is to train and line 405 bus which takes 1h 48m and costs £22 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Reading to Coulsdon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Coulsdon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Coulsdon train from?

Reading to Coulsdon train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Coulsdon?

The best way to get from Reading to Coulsdon is to bus and line 100 bus which takes 3h 6m and costs £35 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £22 - £50 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Reading to Coulsdon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Coulsdon train arrive?

Reading to Coulsdon train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Reading to Coulsdon?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Coulsdon is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Reading to Coulsdon.

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

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Where can I stay near Coulsdon?

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

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Train, line 405 bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Redhilltrain Reading - Gatwick Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Coulsdon Librarybus 405
1h 48m
£22–41
Drive 43.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Coulsdoncar 43.9 mi
1h 7m
£11–16
Bus, line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
3. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Redhill Bus Stationbus 100 / ...
3h 6m
£38–47
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Coulsdontaxi 43.9 mi
1h 7m
£110–140
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Clapham Junctiontrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Coulsdon Southtrain London Victoria - Reigate / ...
1h 52m
£22–49

Reading to Coulsdon by train and bus

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Distance: 52.2 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Coulsdon, England?

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Coulsdon Library via Heathrow Terminal 5, South Terminal Bus Station, Gatwick South Terminal, and Redhill Bus Station in around 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Reading to Coulsdon South via Clapham Junction in around 1h 52m.

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