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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Hertfordshire is to line 850 bus and line 1 bus and line 302 bus which costs £10 - £16 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Hertfordshire is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Hertfordshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Hertfordshire station. However, there are services departing from Friar Street and arriving at Bus Station via High Wycombe BusStn and Riverside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Hertfordshire?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Hertfordshire. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Welwyn Garden City via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Reading to Hertfordshire?

The distance between Reading and Hertfordshire is 59 miles. The road distance is 51.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Hertfordshire without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 39m and costs £27 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Reading to Hertfordshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Hertfordshire bus from?

Reading to Hertfordshire bus services, operated by Carousel Buses, depart from Friar Street station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Hertfordshire train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Hertfordshire?

The best way to get from Reading to Hertfordshire is to train via London which takes 1h 39m and costs £27 - £85. Alternatively, you can line 850 bus and line 1 bus and line 302 bus, which costs £10 - £16 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Reading to Hertfordshire bus arrive?

Reading to Hertfordshire bus services, operated by Carousel Buses, arrive at High Wycombe BusStn station.

Where does the Reading to Hertfordshire train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Hertfordshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Hertfordshire is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Reading to Hertfordshire.

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

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Where can I stay near Hertfordshire?

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Reading to Hertfordshire - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 850 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Hertfordshire by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Welwyn Garden Citytrain London Kings Cross - Letchworth Garden City / ...
1h 39m
£27–82
Line 850 bus, line 1 bus, line 302 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Friar Street to High Wycombe BusStnbus 850
2. Take the bus from High Wycombe BusStn to Riversidebus 1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Riverside to Bus Stationbus 302
5h 5m
£11–16
Drive 50.9 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Hertfordshirecar 50.9 mi
1h 9m
£13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Moorgate to Welwyn Garden Citytrain Moorgate - Welwyn Garden City
2h 13m
£38–80

Reading to Hertfordshire by train and subway

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1h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 58.6 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Welwyn Garden City via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 1h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Friar Street to Bus Station via High Wycombe BusStn and Riverside in around 5h 5m.

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