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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Hounslow is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Hounslow is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Hounslow?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Hounslow. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Treaty Centre via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Hounslow?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Southall. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Reading to Hounslow?

The distance between Reading and Hounslow is 27 miles. The road distance is 31.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Hounslow without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £10 - £40.

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

The train from Reading to Southall takes 39 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Reading to Hounslow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Hounslow train from?

Reading to Hounslow train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Hounslow?

The best way to get from Reading to Hounslow is to train which takes 39 min and costs £10 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £35 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Reading to Hounslow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Hounslow train arrive?

Reading to Hounslow train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Southall station.

Can I drive from Reading to Hounslow?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Hounslow is 31 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Reading to Hounslow.

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

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Where can I stay near Hounslow?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Southalltrain Elizabeth / ...
39 min
£10–40
Drive 31.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Hounslowcar 31.2 mi
37 min
£8–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Treaty Centrebus 423
1h 41m
£27–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Hounslowtaxi 31.2 mi
37 min
£140–170
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 2
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Douglas Roadbus 111
1h 44m
£28–35

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Distance: 26.7 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Reading to Southall every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £19–40 and the journey takes 39 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Treaty Centre via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 1h 41m.

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