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

The cheapest way to get from Westminster to Reading is to rideshare which costs £5 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Westminster to Reading is to train which takes 36 min and costs £14 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Westminster and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Westminster to Reading. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Westminster and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Paddington and arriving at Reading. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Westminster to Reading?

The distance between Westminster and Reading is 36 miles. The road distance is 41 miles.

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

The best way to get from Westminster to Reading without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs £14 - £55.

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

The train from London Paddington to Reading takes 36 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Westminster to Reading bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Westminster to Reading train from?

Westminster to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Westminster to Reading?

The best way to get from Westminster to Reading is to train which takes 36 min and costs £14 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £45 and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Westminster to Reading bus arrive?

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

Where does the Westminster to Reading train arrive?

Westminster to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Westminster to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Westminster to Reading is 41 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Westminster to Reading.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Westminster to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1478+ hotels available in Reading.

Can I share a ride from Westminster to Reading?

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

Westminster to Reading - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and subway

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There are 6 ways to get from Westminster to Reading by train, bus, rideshare, subway, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
36 min
£14–55
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Readingrideshare 41.3 mi
1h 10m
£5
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
1h 59m
£29–42
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Green Park Station to Heathrow Terminal 5 stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
1h 38m
£38–72
Drive 40.8 mi
1. Drive from Westminster to Readingcar 40.8 mi
54 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Westminster to Readingtaxi 40.8 mi
54 min
£170–210

Westminster to Reading by train

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Distance: 35.6 mi
Duration: 36 min

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Reading every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £15–30 and the journey takes 36 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from London Victoria to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 1h 59m.

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