What is the cheapest way to get from Tunbridge Wells to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Tunbridge Wells to Reading is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tunbridge Wells to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Tunbridge Wells to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Tunbridge Wells and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Tunbridge Wells station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Bus Station, North Terminal Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Tunbridge Wells and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Tunbridge Wells to Reading. However, there are services departing from Tunbridge Wells and arriving at Reading via Charing Cross station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Tunbridge Wells to Reading?

The distance between Tunbridge Wells and Reading is 73 miles. The road distance is 73.4 miles.

How do I travel from Tunbridge Wells to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Tunbridge Wells to Reading without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 36m and costs £30 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Tunbridge Wells to Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Tunbridge Wells to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tunbridge Wells to Reading bus from?

Tunbridge Wells to Reading bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Tunbridge Wells to Reading train from?

Tunbridge Wells to Reading train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Tunbridge Wells station.

Train or bus from Tunbridge Wells to Reading?

The best way to get from Tunbridge Wells to Reading is to train via London which takes 1h 36m and costs £30 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Tunbridge Wells to Reading bus arrive?

Tunbridge Wells to Reading bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Tunbridge Wells to Reading train arrive?

Tunbridge Wells to Reading train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Tunbridge Wells to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Tunbridge Wells to Reading is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Tunbridge Wells to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Tunbridge Wells to Reading?

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Tunbridge Wells to London Charing Crosstrain Tunbridge Wells - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
1h 36m
£35–88
Drive 73 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tunbridge Wells to Readingcar 73 mi
1h 20m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 291
2. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 025 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
3h 41m
Train
1. Take the train from Tunbridge Wells to London Charing Crosstrain Tunbridge Wells - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Tottenham Court Rd to Readingtrain Elizabeth
2h 26m
£47–91
Train #2
1. Take the train from Tunbridge Wells to London Waterloo Easttrain Hastings - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
2h 40m
£32–65

Tunbridge Wells to Reading by train and subway

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Distance: 72.7 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

What companies run services between Tunbridge Wells, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Tunbridge Wells to Reading via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 1h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station to Reading RailAir via Bus Station, North Terminal Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 3h 41m.

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