What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Saffron Walden?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Saffron Walden is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Saffron Walden?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Saffron Walden is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Saffron Walden?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Saffron Walden. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at East Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Saffron Walden?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Saffron Walden. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Audley End via London Paddington and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Reading to Saffron Walden?

The distance between Reading and Saffron Walden is 85 miles. The road distance is 83.1 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Saffron Walden without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Saffron Walden without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 40m and costs £40 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Saffron Walden?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Reading to Saffron Walden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Saffron Walden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Saffron Walden train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Saffron Walden?

The best way to get from Reading to Saffron Walden is to train via London which takes 2h 40m and costs £40 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus and line 316 bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Reading to Saffron Walden bus arrive?

Reading to Saffron Walden bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Saffron Walden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Saffron Walden?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Saffron Walden is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Reading to Saffron Walden.

Where can I stay near Saffron Walden?

There are 867+ hotels available in Saffron Walden.

Reading to Saffron Walden - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 316 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Saffron Walden by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Audley Endtrain London Liverpool Street - Cambridge North / ...
2h 40m
£40–98
Drive 82.6 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Saffron Waldencar 82.6 mi
1h 44m
£21–30
Bus, line 316 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to East Streetbus 316 / ...
4h 15m
£38–51
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Audley Endtrain London Liverpool Street - Cambridge North / ...
2h 54m
£53–98
Train, bus, line 316 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the bus from London Eye to Coach Stationbus A8
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to East Streetbus 316 / ...
4h 29m
£25–47

Reading to Saffron Walden by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 84.5 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Saffron Walden, England?

You can take a train from Reading to East Street via London Paddington, Liverpool Street Station, London Liverpool Street, Audley End, and Railway Station in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to East Street via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Coach Station in around 4h 15m.

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