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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Dartford is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Dartford is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Dartford?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Dartford. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Priory Hill via Heathrow Terminal 5, Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross and Bexleyheath Clock Tower. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Dartford?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Dartford. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Dartford via London Paddington and Abbey Wood (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Reading to Dartford?

The distance between Reading and Dartford is 57 miles. The road distance is 58.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Dartford without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 37m and costs £29 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Reading to Dartford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Dartford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Dartford train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Dartford?

The best way to get from Reading to Dartford is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 37m and costs £29 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £130 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Reading to Dartford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Dartford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Dartford?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Dartford is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Reading to Dartford.

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

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

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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 Abbey Woodtrain Elizabeth
1h 37m
£29–78
Drive 57.8 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Dartfordcar 57.8 mi
1h 29m
£15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Charing Crossbus N9
3. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross to Bexleyheath Clock Towerbus N89 / ...
4h 18m
£30–130
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Abbey Woodtrain Elizabeth
1h 48m
£39–77
Train #2
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Dartfordtrain London Charing Cross - Gravesend / ...
2h 22m
£26–57

Reading to Dartford by train

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Distance: 56.4 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Dartford via London Paddington, Abbey Wood, and Abbey Wood (London) in around 1h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Priory Hill via Heathrow Terminal 5, Charing Cross, Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross, and Bexleyheath Clock Tower in around 4h 18m.

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