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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Richmond is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Richmond is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Richmond?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Richmond. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at George Street via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Richmond?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Richmond (London). Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Reading to Richmond?

The distance between Reading and Richmond is 34 miles. The road distance is 36.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Richmond without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £14 - £35.

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

The train from Reading to Richmond (London) takes 1h 5m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Reading to Richmond bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Richmond train from?

Reading to Richmond train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Richmond?

The best way to get from Reading to Richmond is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £14 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 490 bus, which costs £27 - £33 and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Reading to Richmond bus arrive?

Reading to Richmond bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Richmond train arrive?

Reading to Richmond train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Richmond (London) station.

Can I drive from Reading to Richmond?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Richmond is 36 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Reading to Richmond.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Reading to Richmond?

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Where can I stay near Richmond?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Richmond (London)train Reading - London Waterloo
1h 5m
£14–35
Drive 35.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Richmondcar 35.8 mi
46 min
£9–13
Bus, line 490 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to George Streetbus 490
1h 54m
£28–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Richmondtaxi 35.8 mi
46 min
£110–140
Train, line 65 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Ealing Broadwaytrain Elizabeth / ...
2. Take the bus from Ealing Broadway Station to The Quadrant Richmondbus 65 / ...
1h 21m
£16–44

Reading to Richmond by train

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Distance: 33.4 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Richmond, Greater London, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Reading to Richmond (London) hourly. Tickets cost £14–35 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to George Street via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 1h 54m.

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