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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Kensington is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Kensington is to train which takes 39 min and costs £16 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Kensington?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Kensington. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at West Cromwell Road / Tesco via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Kensington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at London Paddington. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Reading to Kensington?

The distance between Reading and Kensington is 36 miles. The road distance is 37.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Kensington without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £16 - £50.

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

The train from Reading to London Paddington takes 39 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Reading to Kensington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Kensington train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Kensington?

The best way to get from Reading to Kensington is to train which takes 39 min and costs £16 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 035 bus, which costs £29 - £40 and takes 1h 47m.

Where does the Reading to Kensington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Kensington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Kensington?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Kensington is 38 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Reading to Kensington.

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

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Reading to Kensington - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 035 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
39 min
£16–50
Drive 37.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Kensingtoncar 37.6 mi
46 min
£10–14
Bus, line 035 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Cromwell Road / Tescobus 025 / ...
1h 47m
£29–39
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Kensingtontaxi 37.6 mi
46 min
£150–180
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Reading to Richmond (London)train Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the subway from Richmond station to Earl's Court stationsubway District
1h 29m
£20–51

Reading to Kensington by train

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Distance: 35.6 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to London Paddington every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £16–30 and the journey takes 39 min. Elizabeth Line (TfL) also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to West Cromwell Road / Tesco via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 1h 47m.

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