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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Halstead is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Halstead is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Halstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Halstead station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Orpington Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, East Croydon Rail Station and Addington Village Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Halstead?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Halstead. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Knockholt via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Reading to Halstead?

The distance between Reading and Halstead is 55 miles. The road distance is 62.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Halstead without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 4m and costs £25 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Reading to Halstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Halstead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Halstead train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Halstead?

The best way to get from Reading to Halstead is to train via London which takes 2h 4m and costs £25 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Reading to Halstead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Halstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Halstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Halstead is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Reading to Halstead.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Knockholttrain London Charing Cross - Sevenoaks
2h 4m
£26–75
Drive 62.2 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Halsteadcar 62.2 mi
1h 16m
£16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus Sl7
4h 23m
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Tottenham Court Rdtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Knockholttrain London Charing Cross - Sevenoaks
2h 24m
£36–72

Reading to Halstead by train and subway

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Distance: 55.1 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Knockholt via London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Knockholt via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, East Croydon Rail Station, Addington Village Interchange, Orpington Station, and Orpington in around 4h 23m.

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