What is the cheapest way to get from South Croydon to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from South Croydon to Reading is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Croydon to Reading?

The fastest way to get from South Croydon to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between South Croydon and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from South Croydon station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Dingwall Road / East Croydon Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between South Croydon and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from South Croydon to Reading. However, there are services departing from South Croydon and arriving at Reading via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from South Croydon to Reading?

The distance between South Croydon and Reading is 52 miles. The road distance is 47.1 miles.

How do I travel from South Croydon to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from South Croydon to Reading without a car is to train via Farringdon Without which takes 1h 26m and costs £24 - £70.

How long does it take to get from South Croydon to Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from South Croydon to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Croydon to Reading bus from?

South Croydon to Reading bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Dingwall Road / East Croydon Station.

Where do I catch the South Croydon to Reading train from?

South Croydon to Reading train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from South Croydon station.

Train or bus from South Croydon to Reading?

The best way to get from South Croydon to Reading is to train via Farringdon Without which takes 1h 26m and costs £24 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the South Croydon to Reading bus arrive?

South Croydon to Reading bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the South Croydon to Reading train arrive?

South Croydon to Reading train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from South Croydon to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between South Croydon to Reading is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from South Croydon to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from South Croydon to Reading?

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Train via Farringdon Without
best
1. Take the train from South Croydon to Farringdontrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 26m
£25–68
Drive 46.8 mi
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1. Drive from South Croydon to Readingcar 46.8 mi
1h 13m
£12–17
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Upland Road Croydon to St Giles High Streetbus N68
2. Take the train from Tottenham Court Rd to Readingtrain Elizabeth
2h 22m
£29–57
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Croydon to Readingtaxi 46.8 mi
1h 13m
£250–300
Train
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
1h 44m
£20–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dingwall Road / East Croydon Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
3h 1m

South Croydon to Reading by train

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Distance: 52 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

What companies run services between South Croydon, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from South Croydon to Reading via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 1h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dingwall Road / East Croydon Station to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 3h 1m.

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