What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Potters Bar?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Potters Bar?

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

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Potters Bar?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Potters Bar station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Potters Bar station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and St Peter's Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Potters Bar?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Potters Bar. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Potters Bar via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Reading to Potters Bar?

The distance between Reading and Potters Bar is 51 miles. The road distance is 47.2 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Potters Bar without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Potters Bar without a car is to train via Paddington which takes 1h 34m and costs £22 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Potters Bar?

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Reading to Potters Bar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Potters Bar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Potters Bar train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Potters Bar?

The best way to get from Reading to Potters Bar is to train via Paddington which takes 1h 34m and costs £22 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £40 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Reading to Potters Bar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Potters Bar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Potters Bar?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Potters Bar is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Reading to Potters Bar.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Potters Bar?

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Reading to Potters Bar - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and subway

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There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Potters Bar by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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Train via Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Potters Bartrain London Kings Cross - Letchworth Garden City / ...
1h 34m
£22–71
Drive 46.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Potters Barcar 46.9 mi
1h 10m
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Peter's Streetbus 724 / ...
4h 17m
£31–39
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Potters Bartaxi 46.9 mi
1h 10m
£150–190
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Moorgate to Potters Bartrain Moorgate - Welwyn Garden City / ...
1h 58m
£36–73
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminal 5 station to Cockfosters stationsubway Piccadilly
2h 46m
£51–104

Reading to Potters Bar by train and subway

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Distance: 51 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Potters Bar, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Potters Bar via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 1h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Potters Bar station via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and St Peter's Street in around 4h 17m.

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