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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Harlow is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Harlow is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Harlow?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Harlow. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Harlow Town via London Paddington and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Reading to Harlow?

The distance between Reading and Harlow is 63 miles. The road distance is 66.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Harlow without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 22m and costs £28 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Reading to Harlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Harlow train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Harlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Harlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Harlow is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Reading to Harlow.

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

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Reading to Harlow - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Harlow Towntrain Stansted Express
1h 22m
£28–76
Drive 66.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Harlowcar 66.3 mi
1h 20m
£17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Harlow Towntrain Stansted Express
1h 49m
£41–76
Train via Stratford station
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Harlow Towntrain Stratford / ...
2h 56m
£31–53

Reading to Harlow by train and foot

613Weekly Services

1h 22mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 62.7 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Harlow, Essex, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Harlow Town via London Paddington, Liverpool Street Station, and London Liverpool Street in around 1h 22m.

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