What is the cheapest way to get from Reading (Station) to Central London?

The cheapest way to get from Reading (Station) to Central London is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading (Station) to Central London?

The fastest way to get from Reading (Station) to Central London is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Reading (Station) and Central London?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading (Station) to Central London. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Market Place Brentford via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Reading (Station) and Central London?

No, there is no direct train from Reading (Station) to Central London. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Ealing Broadway via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Reading (Station) to Central London?

The distance between Reading (Station) and Central London is 32 miles. The road distance is 33.6 miles.

How do I travel from Reading (Station) to Central London without a car?

The best way to get from Reading (Station) to Central London without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs £15 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Reading (Station) to Central London?

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Reading (Station) to Central London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading (Station) to Central London bus from?

Reading (Station) to Central London bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading (Station) to Central London train from?

Reading (Station) to Central London train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading (Station) to Central London?

The best way to get from Reading (Station) to Central London is to train which takes 59 min and costs £15 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £33 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Reading (Station) to Central London bus arrive?

Reading (Station) to Central London bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading (Station) to Central London train arrive?

Reading (Station) to Central London train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Ealing Broadway station.

Can I drive from Reading (Station) to Central London?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading (Station) to Central London is 34 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Reading (Station) to Central London.

Where can I stay near Central London?

There are 21558+ hotels available in Central London.

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There are 5 ways to get from Reading (Station) to Central London by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Ealing Broadwaytrain Elizabeth / ...
59 min
£16–44
Drive 33.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading (Station) to Central Londoncar 33.4 mi
39 min
£9–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Market Place Brentfordbus N9
1h 50m
£28–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading (Station) to Central Londontaxi 33.4 mi
39 min
£150–190
Train, line 65 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Richmond (London)train Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the bus from Richmond Station to Challis Roadbus 65 / ...
1h 30m
£16–33

Reading (Station) to Central London by bus

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Distance: 31.8 mi
Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Reading (Station), Reading, England and Central London, England?

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Reading to Ealing Broadway every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £21–45 and the journey takes 46 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Market Place Brentford via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 1h 50m.

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