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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Kempston is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Kempston is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Kempston?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Kempston. However, there are services departing from Friar Street and arriving at St John's Homes via High Wycombe BusStn, Aylesbury Bus Stn and The Point. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Kempston?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Kempston. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Bedford via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Reading to Kempston?

The distance between Reading and Kempston is 93 miles. The road distance is 61 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Kempston without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Reading to Kempston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Kempston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Kempston train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Kempston?

The best way to get from Reading to Kempston is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can line 850 bus and line 300 bus and bus, which costs and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Reading to Kempston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Kempston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Kempston?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Kempston is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Reading to Kempston.

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

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Reading to Kempston - 3 ways to travel via train, line 850 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Reading to Kempston by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Bedfordtrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2h 13m
£52–118
Drive 60.6 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Kempstoncar 60.6 mi
1h 35m
£15–22
Line 850 bus, line 300 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Friar Street to High Wycombe BusStnbus 850
2. Take the bus from High Wycombe BusStn to Aylesbury Bus Stnbus 300 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Point to St John's Homesbus C1 / ...
6h 7m

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Distance: 92.3 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Kempston via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, Farringdon, and Bedford in around 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Friar Street to St John's Homes via High Wycombe BusStn, Aylesbury Bus Stn, and The Point in around 6h 7m.

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