What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Stansted Mountfitchet?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Lower Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Stansted Mountfitchet?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Stansted Mountfitchet via London Paddington and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet?

The distance between Reading and Stansted Mountfitchet is 74 miles. The road distance is 75.1 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 2m and costs £35 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet?

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet bus from?

Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet?

The best way to get from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet is to train via London which takes 2h 2m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 3h 54m.

Where does the Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet bus arrive?

Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet?

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Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Stansted Mountfitchettrain London Liverpool Street - Cambridge North / ...
2h 2m
£38–80
Drive 74.6 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchetcar 74.6 mi
1h 31m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3h 54m
£39–62
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Stansted Mountfitchettrain London Liverpool Street - Cambridge North / ...
2h 17m
£48–79
Train via Islington
1. Take the train from Reading to Vauxhalltrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from Tottenham Hale to Stansted Mountfitchettrain London Liverpool Street - Cambridge North / ...
2h 39m
£43–96

Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet by train and foot

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Distance: 73.3 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Stansted Mountfitchet, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet via London Paddington, Liverpool Street Station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Lower Street via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Coach Station in around 3h 54m.

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