What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Watford Junction?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Watford Junction is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Watford Junction?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Watford Junction is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Watford Junction?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Watford Junction station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Watford Junction station via Heathrow Terminal 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Watford Junction?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Watford Junction. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Watford Junction via Paddington station and Harrow & Wealdstone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Reading to Watford Junction?

The distance between Reading and Watford Junction is 52 miles. The road distance is 37 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Watford Junction without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Watford Junction without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 28m and costs £26 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Watford Junction?

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Reading to Watford Junction, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Watford Junction bus from?

Reading to Watford Junction bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Watford Junction train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Watford Junction bus arrive?

Reading to Watford Junction bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 3 station.

Where does the Reading to Watford Junction train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Watford Junction?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Watford Junction is 37 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Reading to Watford Junction.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Watford Junction?

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There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Watford Junction by train, subway, bus, 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 Harrow & Wealdstone stationsubway Bakerloo
1h 28m
£26–94
Drive 36.8 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Watford Junctioncar 36.8 mi
54 min
£9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 3bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Watford Junction stationbus Ra3
1h 53m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Watford Junctiontaxi 36.8 mi
54 min
£95–120
Bus, line 724 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Watford Junction stationbus 724 / ...
2h 22m
£28–36

Reading to Watford Junction by train and subway

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1h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 51.5 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Watford Junction, England?

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Watford Junction station via Heathrow Terminal 3 in around 1h 53m.

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