What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Hemel Hempstead?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Hemel Hempstead is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Hemel Hempstead?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Hemel Hempstead is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Hemel Hempstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Hemel Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Bridge Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Hemel Hempstead?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Hemel Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Hemel Hempstead via Paddington station and Harrow & Wealdstone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Reading to Hemel Hempstead?

The distance between Reading and Hemel Hempstead is 59 miles. The road distance is 36.8 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Hemel Hempstead without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Hemel Hempstead without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 49m and costs £28 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Hemel Hempstead?

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Reading to Hemel Hempstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Hemel Hempstead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Hemel Hempstead train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Hemel Hempstead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Hemel Hempstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Hemel Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Hemel Hempstead is 37 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Reading to Hemel Hempstead.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Hemel Hempstead?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Reading to Hemel Hempstead?

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Where can I stay near Hemel Hempstead?

There are 1949+ hotels available in Hemel Hempstead.

Reading to Hemel Hempstead - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Hemel Hempstead by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the subway from Paddington station to Harrow & Wealdstone stationsubway
3. Take the train from Harrow & Wealdstone to Hemel Hempsteadtrain
1h 49m
£28–96
Drive 36.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Hemel Hempsteadcar 36.6 mi
1h 2m
£9–13
Bus, line 230 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bridge Streetbus 230
2h 35m
£31–44
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Hemel Hempsteadtaxi 36.6 mi
1h 2m
£150–190
Line 850 bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Friar Street to High Wycombe BusStnbus 850
2. Take the bus from High Wycombe BusStn to Marlowesbus 1 / ...
3h 28m
£10–13

Reading to Hemel Hempstead by train and subway

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Distance: 58.5 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Hemel Hempstead, England?

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Bridge Street via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 2h 35m.

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