What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to London Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to London Zoo is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 59 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to London Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Reading to London Zoo is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £10 - £15.

How far is it from Reading to London Zoo?

The distance between Reading and London Zoo is 40 miles. The road distance is 42 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to London Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to London Zoo without a car is to train and line 274 bus which takes 1h 25m and costs £18 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Reading to London Zoo?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Reading to London Zoo, including transfers.

Can I drive from Reading to London Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to London Zoo is 42 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Reading to London Zoo.

Where can I stay near London Zoo?

There are 21953+ hotels available in London Zoo.

Reading to London Zoo - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 274 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to London Zoo by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 274 bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Lancaster Gate Station to Primrose Hill / ZSL London Zoobus 274
1h 25m
£18–52
Drive 41.7 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to London Zoocar 41.7 mi
59 min
£11–15
Train, line 88 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Vauxhalltrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the bus from Vauxhall Bus Station to Prince Albert Road / ZSL London Zoobus 88
2h 36m
£18–63
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to London Zootaxi 41.7 mi
59 min
£170–210

Reading to London Zoo by train, foot, and bus

1353Weekly Services

1h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 39.6 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Reading, England and London Zoo, England?

There is no direct connection from Reading to London Zoo. However, you can take the train to London Paddington, walk to Lancaster Gate Station, take the line 274 bus to Primrose Hill / ZSL London Zoo, then walk to London Zoo. Alternatively, you can take a train from Reading to London Zoo via Vauxhall, Vauxhall Bus Station, and Prince Albert Road / ZSL London Zoo in around 2h 36m.

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