What is the cheapest way to get from Somerset House to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Somerset House to Reading is to rideshare which costs £5 and takes 1h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Somerset House to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Somerset House to Reading is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Somerset House and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Somerset House to Reading. However, there are services departing from Savoy Street and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Somerset House and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tottenham Court Rd and arriving at Reading. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Somerset House to Reading?

The distance between Somerset House and Reading is 40 miles. The road distance is 42.2 miles.

How do I travel from Somerset House to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Somerset House to Reading without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 3m and costs £16 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Somerset House to Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Somerset House to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Somerset House to Reading bus from?

Somerset House to Reading bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Savoy Street station.

Where do I catch the Somerset House to Reading train from?

Somerset House to Reading train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Embankment station.

Train or bus from Somerset House to Reading?

The best way to get from Somerset House to Reading is to bus which takes 2h 21m and costs £27 - £35. Alternatively, you can train via Tottenham Court Road Station, which costs £28 - £60 and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Somerset House to Reading bus arrive?

Somerset House to Reading bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Somerset House to Reading train arrive?

Somerset House to Reading train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Paddington station.

Can I drive from Somerset House to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Somerset House to Reading is 42 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Somerset House to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Somerset House to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1482+ hotels available in Reading.

Can I share a ride from Somerset House to Reading?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Somerset House and Reading. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Somerset House to Reading - 7 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Somerset House to Reading by subway, train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Embankment station to Paddington stationsubway Bakerloo
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 3m
£17–59
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Readingrideshare 41.3 mi
1h 21m
£5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Savoy Street to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h 21m
£27–33
Train via Tottenham Court Road Station
1. Take the train from Tottenham Court Rd to Readingtrain Elizabeth
1h 15m
£28–60
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
1h 41m
£17–40
Drive 42 mi
1. Drive from Somerset House to Readingcar 42 mi
58 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Somerset House to Readingtaxi 42 mi
58 min
£170–210

Somerset House to Reading by foot, subway, and train

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1h 3mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 39.4 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

You can take a vehicle from Somerset House to Reading RailAir via Savoy Street and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 2h 21m. Alternatively, Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Tottenham Court Rd to Reading every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £28–60 and the journey takes 59 min.

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