What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Shakespeare's Globe?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Shakespeare's Globe is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Shakespeare's Globe?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Shakespeare's Globe is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Shakespeare's Globe?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Shakespeare's Globe. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Aldwych / Drury Lane via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Shakespeare's Globe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Liverpool Street Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Reading to Shakespeare's Globe?

The distance between Reading and Shakespeare's Globe is 43 miles. The road distance is 43.2 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Shakespeare's Globe without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Shakespeare's Globe without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 15m and costs £22 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Shakespeare's Globe?

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Reading to Shakespeare's Globe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Shakespeare's Globe bus from?

Reading to Shakespeare's Globe bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Shakespeare's Globe train from?

Reading to Shakespeare's Globe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Shakespeare's Globe?

The best way to get from Reading to Shakespeare's Globe is to bus which takes 3h 3m and costs £27 - £33. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £28 - £60 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Reading to Shakespeare's Globe bus arrive?

Reading to Shakespeare's Globe bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Shakespeare's Globe train arrive?

Reading to Shakespeare's Globe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Shakespeare's Globe?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Shakespeare's Globe is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Reading to Shakespeare's Globe.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Shakespeare's Globe?

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Where can I stay near Shakespeare's Globe?

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Reading to Shakespeare's Globe - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Shakespeare's Globe by train, subway, bus, car, taxi, or ferry

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the subway from Paddington station to Mansion House stationsubway Circle
1h 15m
£22–74
Drive 42.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Shakespeare's Globecar 42.9 mi
1h 3m
£11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aldwych / Drury Lanebus N9
3h 3m
£28–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Shakespeare's Globetaxi 42.9 mi
1h 3m
£310–380
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
1h 28m
£28–60
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Reading to Vauxhalltrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the ferry from Vauxhall St George Wharf Pier to Bankside Pierferry Rb6 / ...
2h 1m

Reading to Shakespeare's Globe by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 42.9 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Shakespeare's Globe, England?

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Shakespeare's Globe via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Aldwych / Drury Lane in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Reading to Liverpool Street Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £28–60 and the journey takes 1h 8m.

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