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

The cheapest way to get from Thamesmead to Reading is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thamesmead to Reading is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 8m and costs £27 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Thamesmead and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Thamesmead to Reading. However, there are services departing from Abbey Wood and arriving at Reading via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Thamesmead to Reading?

The distance between Thamesmead and Reading is 51 miles. The road distance is 54.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thamesmead to Reading without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 8m and costs £27 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Thamesmead to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thamesmead to Reading train from?

Thamesmead to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Abbey Wood station.

Where does the Thamesmead to Reading train arrive?

Thamesmead to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Thamesmead to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Thamesmead to Reading is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Thamesmead to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Thamesmead to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 177 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Thamesmead to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood to London Paddingtontrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 8m
£27–77
Drive 54.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thamesmead to Readingcar 54.4 mi
1h 27m
£14–20
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road to Tottenham Court Road Stationbus N1
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 50m
£19–142
Train
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Readingtrain Elizabeth
1h 44m
£37–82
Line 177 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road to Queens Road Peckham Stationbus 177
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
3h 20m
£22–49

Thamesmead to Reading by train

1084Weekly Trains

1h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 50.7 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

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

You can take a train from Abbey Wood to Reading via London Paddington in around 1h 8m.

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