What is the cheapest way to get from Watford to University of Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Watford to University of Reading is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 53 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford to University of Reading?

The fastest way to get from Watford to University of Reading is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and University of Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to University of Reading. However, there are services departing from Town Hall and arriving at Reading University via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Blagrave Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and University of Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to University of Reading. However, there are services departing from Watford High Street and arriving at Reading via Queen's Park station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Watford to University of Reading?

The distance between Watford and University of Reading is 53 miles. The road distance is 35.5 miles.

How do I travel from Watford to University of Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Watford to University of Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £30 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Watford to University of Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Watford to University of Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to University of Reading bus from?

Watford to University of Reading bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Town Hall station.

Where do I catch the Watford to University of Reading train from?

Watford to University of Reading train services, operated by London Overground, depart from Watford High Street station.

Train or bus from Watford to University of Reading?

The best way to get from Watford to University of Reading is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £30 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £40 and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Watford to University of Reading bus arrive?

Watford to University of Reading bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Watford to University of Reading train arrive?

Watford to University of Reading train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Queens Park (London) station.

Can I drive from Watford to University of Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to University of Reading is 35 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Watford to University of Reading.

Where can I stay near University of Reading?

There are 1482+ hotels available in University of Reading.

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There are 4 ways to get from Watford to University of Reading by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford High Street to Queens Park (London)train Watford Junction - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 51m
£31–88
Drive 35.3 mi
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1. Drive from Watford to University of Readingcar 35.3 mi
53 min
£9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h 11m
£31–40
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watford to University of Readingtaxi 35.3 mi
53 min
£100–130

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Distance: 53 mi
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What companies run services between Watford, England and University of Reading, England?

You can take a train from Watford High Street to University of Reading via Queens Park (London), Queen's Park station, Paddington station, London Paddington, Reading, Blagrave Street, and Reading University in around 1h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall to University of Reading via Heathrow Terminal 2, Blagrave Street, and Reading University in around 2h 11m.

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