What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Herne Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Herne Bay is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 1h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Herne Bay?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Herne Bay is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Herne Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Herne Bay. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Library via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Herne Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Herne Bay. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Herne Bay via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Reading to Herne Bay?

The distance between Reading and Herne Bay is 100 miles. The road distance is 108.4 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Herne Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Herne Bay without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £45 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Herne Bay?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Reading to Herne Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Herne Bay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Herne Bay train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Herne Bay?

The best way to get from Reading to Herne Bay is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Reading to Herne Bay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Herne Bay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Herne Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Herne Bay is 108 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Reading to Herne Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Herne Bay?

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Where can I stay near Herne Bay?

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There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Herne Bay by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Herne Baytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 58m
£47–114
Drive 107.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Herne Baycar 107.8 mi
1h 51m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
6h 27m
£42–58
Train via London
1. Take the train from Reading to Clapham Junctiontrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Herne Baytrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
3h 33m
£45–92
Train via Gillingham
1. Take the train from Reading to Abbey Woodtrain
2. Take the train from Abbey Wood (London) to Gillingham (Kent)train
3. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Herne Baytrain
3h 39m
£64–115

Reading to Herne Bay by train and subway

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Distance: 99.9 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Herne Bay, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Herne Bay via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Library via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 6h 27m.

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