What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Southbank Centre?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Southbank Centre is to rideshare which costs £3 - £9 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Southbank Centre?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Southbank Centre is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Southbank Centre?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Southbank Centre. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Southampton Street / Covent Garden via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Southbank Centre?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at London Waterloo. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Reading to Southbank Centre?

The distance between Reading and Southbank Centre is 40 miles. The road distance is 42.1 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Southbank Centre without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Southbank Centre without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h and costs £19 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Southbank Centre?

It takes approximately 1h to get from Reading to Southbank Centre, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Southbank Centre bus from?

Reading to Southbank Centre bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Southbank Centre train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Southbank Centre?

The best way to get from Reading to Southbank Centre is to bus which takes 2h 47m and costs £27 - £33. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 1h 31m.

Where does the Reading to Southbank Centre bus arrive?

Reading to Southbank Centre bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Southbank Centre train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Southbank Centre?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Southbank Centre is 42 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Reading to Southbank Centre.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Southbank Centre?

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Where can I stay near Southbank Centre?

There are 21993+ hotels available in Southbank Centre.

Can I share a ride from Reading to Southbank Centre?

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

Reading to Southbank Centre - 7 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Reading to Southbank Centre by train, subway, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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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 Waterloo stationsubway Bakerloo
1h
£19–62
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Reading to Londonrideshare 40.7 mi
1h 23m
£3–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Southampton Street / Covent Gardenbus N9
2h 47m
£28–32
Train, line 176 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Tottenham Court Rdtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the bus from Tottenham Court Road Station to Waterloo Bridge / South Bankbus 176
1h 27m
£28–63
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain Reading - London Waterloo
1h 31m
£17–40
Drive 41.9 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Southbank Centrecar 41.9 mi
59 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Southbank Centretaxi 41.9 mi
59 min
£390–470

Reading to Southbank Centre by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 39.7 mi
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Reading, England and Southbank Centre, England?

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Southbank Centre via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Southampton Street / Covent Garden in around 2h 47m. Alternatively, South Western Railway operates a train from Reading to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £17–40 and the journey takes 1h 26m.

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