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

The cheapest way to get from Southwark to Reading is to rideshare which costs £5 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southwark to Reading is to train via London Paddington which takes 54 min and costs £17 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Southwark and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Southwark to Reading. However, there are services departing from Southwark St /Blackfriars Road and arriving at Reading RailAir via London Victoria and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Southwark and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Reading. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Southwark to Reading?

The distance between Southwark and Reading is 40 miles. The road distance is 43.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southwark to Reading without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 54 min and costs £17 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Southwark to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southwark to Reading bus from?

Southwark to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Southwark to Reading train from?

Southwark to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Southwark to Reading?

The best way to get from Southwark to Reading is to train via London Paddington which takes 54 min and costs £17 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £40 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Southwark to Reading bus arrive?

Southwark to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Southwark to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southwark to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Southwark to Reading is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Southwark to Reading.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southwark to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1492+ hotels available in Reading.

Can I share a ride from Southwark to Reading?

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

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

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
54 min
£18–60
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Readingrideshare 41.3 mi
1h 10m
£5
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h 32m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Bond Street Station to Readingtrain Elizabeth
1h 20m
£30–62
Train #2
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
1h 25m
£15–35
Drive 42.8 mi
1. Drive from Southwark to Readingcar 42.8 mi
1h 1m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southwark to Readingtaxi 42.8 mi
1h 1m
£400–480

Southwark to Reading by train

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Distance: 39.7 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Southwark, England and Reading, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Reading every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £15–27 and the journey takes 36 min. Elizabeth Line (TfL) also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Southwark St /Blackfriars Road to Reading RailAir via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 2h 32m.

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