What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to East Acton?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to East Acton is to drive which costs £9 - £13 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to East Acton?

The fastest way to get from Reading to East Acton is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £9 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and East Acton?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to East Acton. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Third Avenue via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Hammersmith Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and East Acton?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to East Acton. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Acton Main Line via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Reading to East Acton?

The distance between Reading and East Acton is 40 miles. The road distance is 36.5 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to East Acton without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to East Acton without a car is to train which takes 57 min and costs £18 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Reading to East Acton?

It takes approximately 57 min to get from Reading to East Acton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to East Acton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to East Acton train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to East Acton?

The best way to get from Reading to East Acton is to train which takes 57 min and costs £18 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 1h 51m.

Where does the Reading to East Acton bus arrive?

Reading to East Acton bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to East Acton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to East Acton?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to East Acton is 36 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Reading to East Acton.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to East Acton?

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Where can I stay near East Acton?

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There are 6 ways to get from Reading to East Acton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
57 min
£18–60
Drive 36.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to East Actoncar 36.3 mi
45 min
£9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Hammersmith Broadwaybus Pl-3 / ...
1h 51m
£30–43
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to East Actontaxi 36.3 mi
45 min
£460–550
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Ealing Broadwaytrain Elizabeth / ...
2. Take the bus from Ealing Broadway Station to Acton Vale / Bromyard Avenuebus Sl8
1h 2m
£15–47
Train via Richmond NLL
1. Take the train from Reading to Richmond (London)train Reading - London Waterloo
1h 25m
£15–32

Reading to East Acton by train

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Distance: 39.8 mi
Duration: 57 min

What companies run services between Reading, England and East Acton, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to London Paddington every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £15–27 and the journey takes 41 min. Elizabeth Line (TfL) also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Third Avenue via Heathrow Terminal 2, Hammersmith Broadway, and Hammersmith Bus Station in around 1h 51m.

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