What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to New Cross Station?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to New Cross Station is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to New Cross Station?

The fastest way to get from Reading to New Cross Station is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and New Cross Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to New Cross Station station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at New Cross Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Trafalgar Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and New Cross Station?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to New Cross Station. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at New Cross ELL via London Paddington and Whitechapel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Reading to New Cross Station?

The distance between Reading and New Cross Station is 45 miles. The road distance is 46.1 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to New Cross Station without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to New Cross Station without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 19m and costs £22 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Reading to New Cross Station?

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Reading to New Cross Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to New Cross Station bus from?

Reading to New Cross Station bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to New Cross Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to New Cross Station?

The best way to get from Reading to New Cross Station is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 19m and costs £22 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 453 bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Reading to New Cross Station bus arrive?

Reading to New Cross Station bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to New Cross Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to New Cross Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to New Cross Station is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Reading to New Cross Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to New Cross Station?

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Where can I stay near New Cross Station?

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Reading to New Cross Station - 6 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Reading to New Cross Station by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
1h 19m
£22–68
Drive 45.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to New Cross Stationcar 45.8 mi
1h 10m
£12–17
Bus, line 453 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Charing Crossbus N9
3. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to New Cross Stationbus 453 / ...
3h 20m
£29–62
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to New Cross Stationtaxi 45.8 mi
1h 10m
£200–240
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Whitechapel Stationtrain Elizabeth
1h 33m
£35–67
Train, line 436 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Vauxhalltrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the bus from Vauxhall Bus Station to Marquis Of Granbybus N136 / ...
2h 1m
£17–57

Reading to New Cross Station by train

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Distance: 44.6 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Reading, England and New Cross Station, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to London Paddington every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £15–28 and the journey takes 41 min. Elizabeth Line (TfL) also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to New Cross Station via Heathrow Terminal 5, Charing Cross, and Trafalgar Square in around 3h 20m.

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