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

The cheapest way to get from South Norwood to Reading is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Norwood to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between South Norwood and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from South Norwood to Reading. However, there are services departing from Portland Road and arriving at Reading RailAir via West Croydon Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

Is there a direct train between South Norwood and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from South Norwood to Reading. However, there are services departing from Norwood Junction and arriving at Reading via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from South Norwood to Reading?

The distance between South Norwood and Reading is 50 miles. The road distance is 47.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Norwood to Reading without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 16m and costs £23 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from South Norwood to Reading, including transfers.

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

South Norwood to Reading bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from West Croydon Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from South Norwood to Reading?

The best way to get from South Norwood to Reading is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 16m and costs £23 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the South Norwood to Reading bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Norwood to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Norwood to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between South Norwood to Reading is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from South Norwood to Reading.

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

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South Norwood to Reading - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from South Norwood to Reading by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Norwood Junction to Farringdontrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 16m
£23–65
Drive 47.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Norwood to Readingcar 47.1 mi
1h 8m
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
3h 13m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Norwood to Readingtaxi 47.1 mi
1h 8m
£130–170
Train
1. Take the train from Norwood Junction to Farringdontrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Readingtrain Elizabeth
1h 40m
£32–65
Line 196 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Portland Road to Vauxhall Bus Stationbus 196
2. Take the train from Vauxhall to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
2h 40m
£19–43

South Norwood to Reading by train

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Distance: 49.5 mi
Duration: 1h 16m

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

You can take a train from Norwood Junction to Reading via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 1h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portland Road to Reading RailAir via West Croydon Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 3h 13m.

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