What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Purley on Thames?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Purley on Thames is to train which costs £1 - £2 and takes 3 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Purley on Thames?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Purley on Thames is to train which takes 3 min and costs £1 - £2.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Purley on Thames?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cheapside and arriving at Footpath to Highfield Road. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Purley on Thames?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Tilehurst. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3 min.

How far is it from Reading to Purley on Thames?

The distance between Reading and Purley on Thames is 3 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Purley on Thames without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Purley on Thames without a car is to train which takes 3 min and costs £1 - £2.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Purley on Thames?

The train from Reading to Tilehurst takes 3 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Reading to Purley on Thames bus from?

Reading to Purley on Thames bus services, operated by Reading Buses, depart from Cheapside station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Purley on Thames train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Purley on Thames?

The best way to get from Reading to Purley on Thames is to train which takes 3 min and costs £1 - £2. Alternatively, you can line 16 bus, which costs £2 and takes 26 min.

Where does the Reading to Purley on Thames bus arrive?

Reading to Purley on Thames bus services, operated by Reading Buses, arrive at Footpath to Highfield Road station.

Where does the Reading to Purley on Thames train arrive?

Reading to Purley on Thames train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Tilehurst station.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Purley on Thames?

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Where can I stay near Purley on Thames?

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Reading to Purley on Thames - 4 ways to travel via train, line 16 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Purley on Thames by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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best
1. Take the train from Reading to Tilehursttrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
3 min
£1–2
Line 16 bus
1. Take the bus from Cheapside to Footpath to Highfield Roadbus 16 / ...
26 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Purley on Thamestaxi 5 mi
11 min
£28–35
Walk
1. Take the walk from Reading to Purley on Thameswalk 4.2 mi
1h 20m

Reading to Purley on Thames by train

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Distance: 2.7 mi
Duration: 3 min

What companies run services between Reading, England and Purley on Thames, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Tilehurst hourly. Tickets cost £1–2 and the journey takes 3 min. Alternatively, Reading Buses operates a bus from Cheapside to Footpath to Highfield Road every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 26 min.

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