What is the cheapest way to get from West London to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from West London to Reading is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from West London to Reading?

The fastest way to get from West London to Reading is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between West London and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from West London to Reading. However, there are services departing from Cranford Community School and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between West London and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from West London station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Hayes And Harlington Station and arriving at Reading via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from West London to Reading?

The distance between West London and Reading is 26 miles. The road distance is 29.1 miles.

How do I travel from West London to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from West London to Reading without a car is to train which takes 57 min and costs £12 - £45.

How long does it take to get from West London to Reading?

It takes approximately 57 min to get from West London to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West London to Reading bus from?

West London to Reading bus services, operated by First Bus London, depart from Cranford Community School station.

Where do I catch the West London to Reading train from?

West London to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Hayes And Harlington Station.

Train or bus from West London to Reading?

The best way to get from West London to Reading is to train which takes 57 min and costs £12 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 105 bus and bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 1h 21m.

Where does the West London to Reading bus arrive?

West London to Reading bus services, operated by First Bus London, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the West London to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from West London to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between West London to Reading is 29 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from West London to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

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There are 4 ways to get from West London to Reading by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain Elizabeth / ...
57 min
£13–42
Drive 28.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from West London to Readingcar 28.9 mi
31 min
£8–11
Line 105 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Cranford Community School to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 105
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
1h 21m
£33–41
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from West London to Readingtaxi 28.9 mi
31 min
£95–120

West London to Reading by bus

1170Weekly Buses

1h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 26.3 mi
Duration: 57 min

What companies run services between West London, England and Reading, England?

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Reading every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £18–40 and the journey takes 35 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cranford Community School to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 1h 21m.

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