What is the cheapest way to get from Richmond to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Richmond to Reading is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Richmond to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Richmond to Reading is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Richmond and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Richmond to Reading. However, there are services departing from The Quadrant Richmond and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Richmond and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Richmond (London) and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Richmond to Reading?

The distance between Richmond and Reading is 34 miles. The road distance is 35.3 miles.

How do I travel from Richmond to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Richmond to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £14 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Richmond to Reading?

The train from Richmond (London) to Reading takes 1h 6m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Richmond to Reading bus from?

Richmond to Reading bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from The Quadrant Richmond station.

Where do I catch the Richmond to Reading train from?

Richmond to Reading train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Richmond (London) station.

Train or bus from Richmond to Reading?

The best way to get from Richmond to Reading is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £14 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 490 bus and bus, which costs £26 - £35 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Richmond to Reading bus arrive?

Richmond to Reading bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Richmond to Reading train arrive?

Richmond to Reading train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Richmond to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Richmond to Reading is 35 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Richmond to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Richmond to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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There are 5 ways to get from Richmond to Reading by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Richmond (London) to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
1h 6m
£14–35
Drive 35.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Richmond to Readingcar 35.1 mi
47 min
£9–13
Line 490 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from The Quadrant Richmond to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 490
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
1h 52m
£27–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Richmond to Readingtaxi 35.1 mi
47 min
£110–140
Line 65 bus, train
1. Take the bus from George Street to Ealing Broadway Stationbus 65 / ...
2. Take the train from Ealing Broadway to Readingtrain Elizabeth / ...
1h 35m
£15–47

Richmond to Reading by train

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Distance: 33.4 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Richmond, Greater London, England and Reading, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Richmond (London) to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £14–35 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Quadrant Richmond to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 1h 52m.

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