What is the cheapest way to get from Westminster Abbey to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Westminster Abbey to Reading is to rideshare which costs £5 and takes 1h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Westminster Abbey to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Westminster Abbey to Reading is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Westminster Abbey and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Westminster Abbey to Reading. However, there are services departing from Parliament Square / Westminster Abbey and arriving at Reading RailAir via London Victoria and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Westminster Abbey and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Westminster Abbey to Reading?

The distance between Westminster Abbey and Reading is 41 miles. The road distance is 41.4 miles.

How do I travel from Westminster Abbey to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Westminster Abbey to Reading without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 8m and costs £21 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Westminster Abbey to Reading?

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

Where do I catch the Westminster Abbey to Reading bus from?

Westminster Abbey to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Westminster Abbey to Reading train from?

Westminster Abbey to Reading train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Westminster Abbey to Reading?

The best way to get from Westminster Abbey to Reading is to bus which takes 2h 14m and costs £29 - £50. Alternatively, you can train via Bond Street station, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 1h 21m.

Where does the Westminster Abbey to Reading bus arrive?

Westminster Abbey to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Westminster Abbey to Reading train arrive?

Westminster Abbey to Reading train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Westminster Abbey to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Westminster Abbey to Reading is 41 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Westminster Abbey to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Westminster Abbey to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1489+ hotels available in Reading.

Can I share a ride from Westminster Abbey to Reading?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Westminster Abbey and Reading. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 7 ways to get from Westminster Abbey to Reading by subway, train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Westminster station to Paddington stationsubway Circle
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 8m
£21–67
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Readingrideshare 41.3 mi
1h 21m
£5
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h 14m
£30–49
Drive 41.2 mi
1. Drive from Westminster Abbey to Readingcar 41.2 mi
55 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Westminster Abbey to Readingtaxi 41.2 mi
55 min
£300–370
Train via Bond Street station
1. Take the train from Bond Street Station to Readingtrain Elizabeth
1h 21m
£28–61
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
1h 41m
£17–40

Westminster Abbey to Reading by foot, subway, and train

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Distance: 41 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Westminster Abbey, England and Reading, England?

You can take a vehicle from Westminster Abbey to Reading RailAir via Parliament Square / Westminster Abbey, Victoria Coach Station, London Victoria, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 2h 14m. Alternatively, Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Bond Street Station to Reading every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £26–55 and the journey takes 57 min.

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