What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Harold Wood?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Harold Wood is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Harold Wood?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Harold Wood is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Harold Wood?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Harold Wood station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Romford Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Harold Wood?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Harold Wood. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Harold Wood via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Reading to Harold Wood?

The distance between Reading and Harold Wood is 55 miles. The road distance is 63.4 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Harold Wood without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Harold Wood without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £29 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Harold Wood?

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Reading to Harold Wood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Harold Wood bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Harold Wood train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Harold Wood?

The best way to get from Reading to Harold Wood is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £29 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £140 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Reading to Harold Wood bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Harold Wood train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Harold Wood?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Harold Wood is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Reading to Harold Wood.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Harold Wood?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Reading to Harold Wood?

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Where can I stay near Harold Wood?

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Harold Wood by train, bus, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Harold Woodtrain Elizabeth
1h 30m
£30–81
Drive 63.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Harold Woodcar 63.1 mi
1h 26m
£16–23
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 Charing Cross to Romford Stationbus N15
4h 19m
£30–136
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Reading to Richmond (London)train Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the subway from Richmond station to Upminster stationsubway District
2h 52m
£36–96

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Distance: 55 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Harold Wood, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Harold Wood via London Paddington in around 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Harold Wood via Heathrow Terminal 5, Charing Cross, Romford Station, and Romford in around 4h 19m.

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