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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Cranbrook is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Cranbrook is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Cranbrook?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Cranbrook. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Paddock Wood via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Reading to Cranbrook?

The distance between Reading and Cranbrook is 85 miles. The road distance is 86.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Cranbrook without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Reading to Cranbrook, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Cranbrook train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Cranbrook train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Cranbrook?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Cranbrook is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Reading to Cranbrook.

Where can I stay near Cranbrook?

There are 1170+ hotels available in Cranbrook.

Reading to Cranbrook - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 297 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Cranbrook by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Paddock Woodtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
2h 26m
£60–122
Drive 86.2 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Cranbrookcar 86.2 mi
1h 34m
£22–31
Train, line 297 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Tunbridge Wellstrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Sheafe Drivebus 297
3h 57m
Train, line 5 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Abbey Woodtrain
2. Take the train from Abbey Wood (London) to Chathamtrain
3. Take the bus from Chequers Bus Station to Congregational Churchbus 5
4h 45m
£51–93

Reading to Cranbrook by train and bus

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Distance: 84.6 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Cranbrook, Kent, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Cranbrook via London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, London Charing Cross, and Paddock Wood in around 2h 26m.

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