What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Shepherd's Bush?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Shepherd's Bush is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Shepherd's Bush?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Shepherd's Bush is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Shepherd's Bush?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Shepherd's Bush. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Shepherd's Bush Green / Uxbridge Road via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Chiswick Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Shepherd's Bush?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Shepherd's Bush station. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Shepherd's Bush Market station via Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Reading to Shepherd's Bush?

The distance between Reading and Shepherd's Bush is 38 miles. The road distance is 37.7 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Shepherd's Bush without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Shepherd's Bush without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £18 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Shepherd's Bush?

It takes approximately 51 min to get from Reading to Shepherd's Bush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Shepherd's Bush bus from?

Reading to Shepherd's Bush bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Shepherd's Bush train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Shepherd's Bush?

The best way to get from Reading to Shepherd's Bush is to train which takes 51 min and costs £18 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £35 and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the Reading to Shepherd's Bush bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Shepherd's Bush train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Shepherd's Bush?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Shepherd's Bush is 38 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Reading to Shepherd's Bush.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Shepherd's Bush?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Reading to Shepherd's Bush?

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Where can I stay near Shepherd's Bush?

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There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Shepherd's Bush by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
51 min
£18–58
Drive 37.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Shepherd's Bushcar 37.5 mi
46 min
£10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Chiswick Lanebus N9
2h 16m
£30–34
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Shepherd's Bushtaxi 37.5 mi
46 min
£470–600
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Reading to Ealing Broadwaytrain Elizabeth / ...
2. Take the subway from Ealing Broadway station to Shepherd's Bushsubway Central
1h 2m
£18–57
Train, line 295 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Clapham Junctiontrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the bus from Clapham Junction Station to Shepherd's Bushbus 295
2h 11m
£18–40

Reading to Shepherd's Bush by train and subway

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Distance: 38.2 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Reading, England and Shepherd's Bush, Greater London, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to London Paddington every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £16–35 and the journey takes 41 min. Elizabeth Line (TfL) also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Shepherd's Bush Green / Uxbridge Road via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Chiswick Lane in around 2h 16m.

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