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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Dartford Crossing is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Dartford Crossing is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Dartford Crossing?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Dartford Crossing. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Galleon Boulevard via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Dartford Crossing?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Dartford Crossing. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Stone Crossing via London Paddington and Abbey Wood (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Reading to Dartford Crossing?

The distance between Reading and Dartford Crossing is 60 miles. The road distance is 60.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Dartford Crossing without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 7m and costs £30 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Reading to Dartford Crossing, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Dartford Crossing bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Dartford Crossing train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Dartford Crossing?

The best way to get from Reading to Dartford Crossing is to train via London which takes 2h 7m and costs £30 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 025 bus and line 022 bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Reading to Dartford Crossing bus arrive?

Reading to Dartford Crossing bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Dartford Crossing train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Dartford Crossing?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Dartford Crossing is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Reading to Dartford Crossing.

Where can I stay near Dartford Crossing?

There are 2255+ hotels available in Dartford Crossing.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Abbey Woodtrain
3. Take the train from Abbey Wood (London) to Stone Crossingtrain
2h 7m
£30–83
Drive 60.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Dartford Crossingcar 60.3 mi
1h 35m
£15–22
Bus, line 025 bus, line 022 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 025 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 022
5h 11m
£32–43
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Abbey Woodtrain Elizabeth
2h 31m
£43–82
Train #2
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Stone Crossingtrain London Charing Cross - Gravesend / ...
3h 4m
£25–50

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Distance: 59.8 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Dartford Crossing via London Paddington, Abbey Wood, Abbey Wood (London), and Stone Crossing in around 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Dartford Crossing via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Bus Station, and Galleon Boulevard in around 5h 11m.

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