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

The cheapest way to get from Wanstead to Reading is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wanstead to Reading is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £24 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Wanstead and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Wanstead station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Wanstead Station and arriving at Reading via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Wanstead to Reading?

The distance between Wanstead and Reading is 48 miles. The road distance is 50.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wanstead to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £24 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Wanstead to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wanstead to Reading train from?

Wanstead to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Stratford station.

Where does the Wanstead to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wanstead to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Wanstead to Reading is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Wanstead to Reading.

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

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Wanstead to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, car, subway, and line 344 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Wanstead to Reading by train, car, subway, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stratford to London Paddingtontrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 17m
£25–72
Drive 50.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wanstead to Readingcar 50.6 mi
1h 22m
£13–18
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Wanstead Station to Ealing Broadway stationsubway Central
2. Take the train from Ealing Broadway to Readingtrain Elizabeth / ...
1h 53m
£28–102
Line 344 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Liverpool Street Station to Vauxhall Bus Stationbus 344
2. Take the train from Vauxhall to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
2h 39m
£25–66

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Distance: 47.4 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

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

You can take a subway from Wanstead Station to Reading via Stratford station, Stratford, and London Paddington in around 1h 17m.

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