What is the cheapest way to get from Saffron Walden to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Saffron Walden to Reading is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saffron Walden to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Saffron Walden to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Saffron Walden and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Saffron Walden to Reading. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Reading RailAir via Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Saffron Walden and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Saffron Walden to Reading. However, there are services departing from Audley End and arriving at Reading via Liverpool Street station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Saffron Walden to Reading?

The distance between Saffron Walden and Reading is 85 miles. The road distance is 81.7 miles.

How do I travel from Saffron Walden to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Saffron Walden to Reading without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 30m and costs £40 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Saffron Walden to Reading?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Saffron Walden to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saffron Walden to Reading bus from?

Saffron Walden to Reading bus services, operated by Stephensons of Essex, depart from High Street station.

Where do I catch the Saffron Walden to Reading train from?

Saffron Walden to Reading train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Audley End station.

Train or bus from Saffron Walden to Reading?

The best way to get from Saffron Walden to Reading is to train via London which takes 2h 30m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can line 316 bus and bus, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Saffron Walden to Reading bus arrive?

Saffron Walden to Reading bus services, operated by Stephensons of Essex, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Saffron Walden to Reading train arrive?

Saffron Walden to Reading train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Saffron Walden to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Saffron Walden to Reading is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Saffron Walden to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

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Saffron Walden to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, line 316 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Saffron Walden to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Audley End to London Liverpool Streettrain Cambridge North - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2h 30m
£43–108
Drive 81.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Saffron Walden to Readingcar 81.2 mi
1h 50m
£20–29
Line 316 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from High Street to Coach Stationbus 316 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
4h 2m
£40–64
Train
1. Take the train from Audley End to London Liverpool Streettrain Cambridge North - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Readingtrain Elizabeth
2h 59m
£51–103
Line 316 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Coach Stationbus 316 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Waterloo Stationbus A8
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Readingtrain
4h 25m
£27–62

Saffron Walden to Reading by bus, train, and subway

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2h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 84.5 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Saffron Walden, England and Reading, England?

You can take a bus from High Street to Reading via Railway Station, Audley End, London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Reading RailAir via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 4h 2m.

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