What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to West Ham?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to West Ham is to drive which costs £11 - £18 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to West Ham?

The fastest way to get from Reading to West Ham is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 13m and costs £23 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Reading and West Ham?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to West Ham. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Stratford via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Reading to West Ham?

The distance between Reading and West Ham is 46 miles. The road distance is 48.8 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to West Ham without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to West Ham without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 13m and costs £23 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Reading to West Ham?

It takes approximately 1h 13m to get from Reading to West Ham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to West Ham train from?

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

Where does the Reading to West Ham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to West Ham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to West Ham is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Reading to West Ham.

Where can I stay near West Ham?

There are 21235+ hotels available in West Ham.

Reading to West Ham - 6 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and subway

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There are 6 ways to get from Reading to West Ham by train, car, taxi, or subway

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Stratfordtrain Elizabeth
1h 13m
£23–68
Drive 48.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to West Hamcar 48.5 mi
1h 22m
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to West Hamtaxi 48.5 mi
1h 22m
£220–270
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the subway from Paddington to Plaistow stationsubway Hammersmith & City
1h 21m
£23–79
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Whitechapel Stationtrain Elizabeth
1h 21m
£32–70
Train, subway via Richmond (London)
1. Take the train from Reading to Richmond (London)train Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the subway from Richmond station to Plaistow stationsubway District
2h 7m
£27–86

Reading to West Ham by train and bus

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1h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 45.3 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Reading, England and West Ham, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Morley Road Plaistow via London Paddington, Stratford, and Stratford Bus Station in around 1h 13m.

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