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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Headington is to bus which costs £5 - £8 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Headington is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Headington?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading station to Headington. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Headington Shops via Westgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Reading to Headington?

The distance between Reading and Headington is 31 miles. The road distance is 27.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Headington without a car is to train and line 400 bus which takes 52 min and costs £14 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Reading to Headington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Headington bus from?

Reading to Headington bus services, operated by Thames Travel, depart from Station Road.

Where does the Reading to Headington bus arrive?

Reading to Headington bus services, operated by Thames Travel, arrive at Westgate station.

Can I drive from Reading to Headington?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Headington is 27 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Reading to Headington.

Where can I stay near Headington?

There are 1483+ hotels available in Headington.

Reading to Headington - 5 ways to travel via train, line 400 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Headington by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 400 bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Oxfordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Frideswide Square to Headington Shopsbus 400 / ...
52 min
£15–24
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Westgatebus X40 / ...
1h 45m
£6–8
Drive 27.3 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Headingtoncar 27.3 mi
44 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Headingtontaxi 27.3 mi
44 min
£120–150
Train, line 600 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Oxfordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Headington Shopsbus 600
2h 1m
£15–24

Reading to Headington by train and bus

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Distance: 30.8 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Reading, England and Headington, England?

Thames Travel operates a bus from Station Road to Westgate every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 1h 29m.

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