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

The cheapest way to get from Shalford to Reading is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shalford to Reading is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Shalford and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Shalford station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Shalford station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Guildford station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Shalford and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shalford (Surrey) and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Shalford to Reading?

The distance between Shalford and Reading is 28 miles. The road distance is 29.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shalford to Reading without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs £12 - £23.

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

The train from Shalford (Surrey) to Reading takes 47 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Shalford to Reading bus from?

Shalford to Reading bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Guildford station.

Where do I catch the Shalford to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Shalford to Reading?

The best way to get from Shalford to Reading is to train which takes 47 min and costs £12 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £40 and takes 2h.

Where does the Shalford to Reading bus arrive?

Shalford to Reading bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Shalford to Reading train arrive?

Shalford to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Shalford to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Shalford to Reading is 29 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Shalford to Reading.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Shalford to Reading by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shalford (Surrey) to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
47 min
£12–23
Drive 29.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shalford to Readingcar 29.3 mi
44 min
£8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h
£30–37
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shalford to Readingtaxi 29.3 mi
44 min
£75–95

Shalford to Reading by train

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Distance: 27.6 mi
Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between Shalford, Surrey, England and Reading, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Shalford (Surrey) to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £12–23 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shalford station to Reading RailAir via Friary Bus Station, Guildford station, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 2h.

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