What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to South Kensington?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to South Kensington is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to South Kensington?

The fastest way to get from Reading to South Kensington is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and South Kensington?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to South Kensington. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Queens Gate via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and South Kensington?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to South Kensington station. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Gloucester Road station via Paddington station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Reading to South Kensington?

The distance between Reading and South Kensington is 38 miles. The road distance is 38.5 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to South Kensington without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to South Kensington without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £18 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Reading to South Kensington?

It takes approximately 49 min to get from Reading to South Kensington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to South Kensington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to South Kensington train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to South Kensington?

The best way to get from Reading to South Kensington is to train which takes 49 min and costs £18 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £33 and takes 2h 18m.

Where does the Reading to South Kensington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to South Kensington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to South Kensington?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to South Kensington is 38 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Reading to South Kensington.

Where can I stay near South Kensington?

There are 21993+ hotels available in South Kensington.

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There are 6 ways to get from Reading to South Kensington 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 / ...
49 min
£18–58
Drive 38.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to South Kensingtoncar 38.2 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 Queens Gatebus N9
2h 18m
£28–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to South Kensingtontaxi 38.2 mi
46 min
£280–340
Train, subway via Ealing Broadway station
1. Take the train from Reading to Ealing Broadwaytrain Elizabeth / ...
2. Take the subway from Ealing Broadway station to Gloucester Road stationsubway District
1h 14m
£19–64
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Reading to Richmond (London)train Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the subway from Richmond station to Gloucester Road stationsubway District
1h 32m
£20–55

Reading to South Kensington by train and subway

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Distance: 38.1 mi
Duration: 49 min

What companies run services between Reading, England and South Kensington, 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 Queens Gate via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 2h 18m.

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