What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue is to rideshare which costs £3 - £9 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue is to train via London Paddington which takes 52 min and costs £17 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Shaftesbury Avenue?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Haymarket / Jermyn Street via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Shaftesbury Avenue?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Tottenham Court Rd. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue?

The distance between Reading and Shaftesbury Avenue is 38 miles. The road distance is 41 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 52 min and costs £17 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue?

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue?

The best way to get from Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue is to train via London Paddington which takes 52 min and costs £17 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £33 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue is 41 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue?

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Where can I stay near Shaftesbury Avenue?

There are 21979+ hotels available in Shaftesbury Avenue.

Can I share a ride from Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Reading and Shaftesbury Avenue. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 7 ways to get from Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue by train, bus, rideshare, 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 / ...
52 min
£17–54
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Reading to Londonrideshare 40.7 mi
1h 20m
£3–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Haymarket / Jermyn Streetbus N9
2h 35m
£28–32
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Tottenham Court Rdtrain Elizabeth
1h 9m
£27–55
Train #2
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain Reading - London Waterloo
1h 34m
£19–43
Drive 40.8 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Shaftesbury Avenuecar 40.8 mi
55 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Shaftesbury Avenuetaxi 40.8 mi
55 min
£300–360

Reading to Shaftesbury Avenue by train and foot

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Distance: 38.3 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Reading, England and Shaftesbury Avenue, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to London Paddington every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £16–30 and the journey takes 37 min. Elizabeth Line (TfL) also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Shaftesbury Avenue via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Haymarket / Jermyn Street in around 2h 35m.

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